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What is the best and most effective way to treat a slightly infected blackhead in the ear from home?

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"slightly infected": is like "a little pregnant"- get examined and do not squeeze. You can apply 10% benzoyl peroxide gel on a Q-tip until you can be seen. Infection will need to be observed and antibiotics may be needed.

Answered 5/25/2018

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