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I have a bump on the side of my head and its swelling and producing pus and also the swelling is going down to the lower of the ear what could this be?

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Dr. Randy Oppenheimer answered

Skin infection: Difficult to ascertain with the information given. Could be anything from a pimple to an abscess. You should have it evaluated with telemedicine or at an urgent care or primary care office.

Answered 5/2/2020

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A member asked:

I have a bump on the side of my head and its swelling and producing pus and also the swelling is going down to the lower of the ear what could this be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Randy Oppenheimer answered

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