Pain and Blockage after Ear Wax Removal

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Asked for Male, 28 Years

I had my ears blocked and got it cleaned by an ENT specialist. After 2 days of comfort, it started paining and today I can feel that it is blocked again. So, pain and blockage both are hurting me :( Any suggestion or advice is appreciated

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Dr. Vinay S Bhat ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist 15 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Vinay S Bhat

ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist 15 yrs exp Bangalore

You seem to have developed acute otitis externa following ear wax removal. You may need to take antibiotics and painkillers along with antibiotic ear drops for few days for faster recovery

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