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there was pus coming from a small area from my ear, then I went to the ER and she cut it open to drain it but it has gotten worse. I have alot of puss pockets on the back of ear and surrounding areas and my left side of my face swelled up. They gave me Keflex what do I do? im in servere pain
Hello, Make sure you take all of the Keflex. Try not to miss doses. Use warm water on a cloth and apply it to the area with the pus pockets. Take something like acetaminophen or ibuprofen for pain. If you develop fever or severe pain, see doctor again. Regards
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What Does Pus Discharge From The Ear Indicate?
Hello, Make sure you take all of the Keflex. Try not to miss doses. Use warm water on a cloth and apply it to the area with the pus pockets. Take something like acetaminophen or ibuprofen for pain. If you develop fever or severe pain, see doctor again. Regards