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A member asked:

I have what looks like skin absess on my hairline. now my ear hurts and the eye is changing shape. it wont drain but its very painful. what can i do?

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Options: Would recommend warm compresses and probably antibiotics and may benefit from drainage by professional to resolve problem rapidly. Don’t wait especially if fever or further swelling develops.

Answered 1/15/2021

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