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Swimmers ear

2017-07-29 22:30:43
Doc said I got swimmers ear , been on antibiotic ear drop for 7 days he said I can't swim for seven days. I still can't hear in my right ear but it doesn't hurt anymore, can I swim or should I not ?
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No you shouldn't. probably your ear drop have local anesthetic so you aren't having pain.
Next Steps
visit your ENT specialist again.
Health Tips
use ear plugs always while swimming.and avoid open to sky pools during rainy season.

Answered2017-07-31 11:59:02

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