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I ve small swelling at back of lower ear,it grew a bit since days, feels like a big pimple,should i go to emergency section or can wait for gp appt-?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
I'd go to ER: and have it looked at. It may need to be drained.
Answered 5/21/2016
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