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What treatment can be had for external ear lobe swelling?

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Hello doctor,

My 18-year-old brother-in-law, who weighs 66.14 pounds, is bedridden since birth. He is a disabled child, and he cannot do anything on his own. He cannot even talk, and he only takes liquid food. He is generally healthy apart from his disability. Today, his external ear lobe suddenly swelled in the upper part. Kindly advise as to what can be done in this case.
Answered by Dr. Mehak Agarwal

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Dr. Mehak Agarwal is a skilled Otolaryngologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose, and throat disorders. With expertise in both medical and surgical management, she provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages. She is dedicated to improving quality of life by addressing conditions such as hearing loss, sinus problems, voice disorders, and sleep-related issues with precision, compassion, and advanced ENT practices.

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His pinna has developed perichondritis which is an infection of the ear pinna cartilage. Is the swelling painful? This swelling needs drainage from an ENT (ear, nose, and throat) specialist. I suggest you can start him on anti-inflammatory enzymes and antibiotics now. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her, and with their consent, take the medicines. Meet an ENT specialist personally. Without draining, the swelling will not subside, and it will cause necrosis of the cartilage

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At January 13, 2018
Reviewed At February 7, 2024

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MBBS

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Dr. Mehak Agarwal is a skilled Otolaryngologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose, and throat disorders. With expertise in both medical and surgical management, she provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages. She is dedicated to improving quality of life by addressing conditions such as hearing loss, sinus problems, voice disorders, and sleep-related issues with precision, compassion, and advanced ENT practices.

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Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

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Dr. Mehak Agarwal
Dr. Mehak Agarwal

Otolaryngology (E.N.T)

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Mehak Agarwal is a skilled Otolaryngologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose, and throat disorders. With expertise in both medical and surgical management, she provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages. She is dedicated to improving quality of life by addressing conditions such as hearing loss, sinus problems, voice disorders, and sleep-related issues with precision, compassion, and advanced ENT practices.

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