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I have a sore on the back of my ear that will not heal and it smells like something decaying. dermatologist blew it off and ignored it. what to do?

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Dr. Coyle Connolly answered

Sore : Any non healing area has the potential to be a skin cancer . See a dermatologist who may very well take a skin biopsy if needed

Answered 5/18/2013

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A member asked:

I have a sore on the back of my ear that will not heal and it smells like something decaying. dermatologist blew it off and ignored it. what to do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Coyle Connolly answered

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