My 12 year daughter has a reddish bump on her outer ear. It has been there for months, but only reasonly grew larger. We are in a developing country and the medical advise has been varied. Today we were told it was a hematoma, but doesn t look like any of the photos I saw on the Internet. Doctor friends who saw digital pictures thought it was either a hemangioma or an infected or hemorraging cyst or possibly an infection. How could I find out what it really is?
Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of reddish bump on the outer ear which is pointing towards a condition known as deep bacterial infections, fur uncle and lymphadenopathy. There are lymph nodes behind the ear where you mention pimple. The infection can be bacterial or viral. Need not worry. I would suggest you to consult doctor. Doctor may order blood test to confirm the diagnosis also to rue out conditions like ear infection of infected wound and prescribe antibiotics (amoxicillin for at least 10 days) or anti-viral depending upon the diagnosis. Till then keep warm compresses on it and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain and swelling. Maintain proper hygiene. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes,