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Hi, my pierced ear is pain and there is pus. how can i treat it?

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Dr. Clarence Lyons answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

See a doctor: Sounds like an infection. See a doctor. These can turn serious, if left alone.

Answered 4/27/2013

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