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Doctor, I am getting pain entry point of ear hole, and even I can touch the swelling area. The pain is coming since yesterday morning onwards. In the last 4 day I have used ear bud for cleaning. I never used any oil or medicine etc.
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You probably have otitis externa. Please consult an ENT / Physician who after examining you would prescribe antibiotics and antiinfalmmatory medications.
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