Auricular Swelling & Infections
Last Academic Update: May 3, 2026
Overview
A practical emergency shift guide for assessing a swollen or painful external ear: differentiating auricular hematoma, perichondritis, cellulitis, erysipelas, abscess, and insect-bite reactions, while deciding when to drain, when to prescribe antibiotics, and when to admit.
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