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My ear hurts because of water

2017-09-18 19:38:29
I was having a shower before my ear hurts i think its because of water it was hurting realy bad but took a painkiller please help
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You seem to be suffering from acute otitis externa which is a common type of ear infection. You may need to take antibiotics and painkillers along with antibiotic ear drops for few days for faster recovery
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required

Answered2017-09-22 00:30:56

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