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Ear wax removal

2017-10-13 06:38:10
I had done Ear Wax removal yesterday still pain is there. Is there any pro?
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You seem to be suffering from acute otitis externa which is a common type of ear infection which in your case might have occurred secondary to attempt at wax removal. If pain is severe then you may need to take antibiotics and painkillers along with antibiotic ear drops for few days for
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required

Answered2017-10-14 00:21:05

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