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Brown and dark red wax in ear

2022-04-18 21:03:57
Hi doctor when ever I clean my ear wax I can see two to three combination colors it's brown dark brown and slightly red . Is it any kind of ear infection or any insect bite inside ear or is it any kind of internal injury kindly advise on this . Should look for consultation.
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Use wax dissolving drops Avoid self removal
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consult if you have pain

Answered2022-04-23 06:41:28

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It's normal wax sir.
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Add wax solvent drops and get it removed.

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