I have not used any different skin products or medications lately. I'm also tired, have headaches and body aches. My physician tested me for mononucleosis and strep and both tests were negative. She said my symptoms probably were caused by a virus and did not explain further. Your doctor is saying that you have a viral illness as opposed to a bacterial infection.
Viruses can produce rashes and usually resolve in a short time without treatment.
882-7000 to make an appointment with a University of Missouri Health Sciences Center physician. Swelling above ear I have a knot and slight swelling above my left ear. The knot is painful and involves a burning sensation. It sounds like you have a local infection. That would account for the swelling and pain.