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A member asked:

I just got my ears pierced a few weeks ago and when i clean one of them pus comes, it's not red, swollen, or itchy. should i be concerned?

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Yes, because: pus usually means infection, even if you don't have any other signs. Show it to your doctor because you might need antibiotics.

Dr Cremers agreed

Answered 5/29/2016

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