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Yes, if the allergic reaction causes a disruption to the integrity of the membrane or structure, you can develop a secondary bacterial or viral infection of the area.

I had this happen to me - I had an allergic reaction to a chemical in chemistry class on the outside of my ear and developed a secondary bacterial infection that I had to take antibiotics for.

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