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Ear swelling

2020-11-17 08:26:00
My ear got swelling for the past 4 days its light paining when pulling ear. As per doctor said Water will easily go inside cause of my ear canal type. Pls assist me
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Most probably due to otitis externa More detailed history required
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consult online with detailed history for proper evaluation and management
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avoid water entry in ear

Answered2020-11-17 11:45:30

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it is called Otitis externa. (infection of external part of ear) need both systemic and topical antibiotics
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Answered2020-11-17 09:06:46

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