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My daughter woke up with an extremely swollen ear. should i take her to the doctors?

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Dr. Harold Mandel answered

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Exam!: You should take your daughter to an Urgent Care Center for an exam as soon as possible. She could have an infection which requires treatment. The sooner your daughter is properly diagnosed and treated the better. I hope for the best for the health of your daughter!

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 7/27/2019

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A member asked:

My daughter woke up with an extremely swollen ear. should i take her to the doctors?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Harold Mandel answered

Dr Modi agreed

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