Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Watery Ears

Posted on Mon, 29 Dec 2014

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Mon, 29 Dec 2014 Answered on

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Question : my ear is getting watery and sometimes its feels swollen and sometime when i clean my ear i saw some blood. and i havent been swimming for 2 yrs now. wanna know whats wrong

Answered by Dr. Krunal Karade (12 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You are most probably having diffuse otitis externa .

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for the query.

I have read your query and understand your concern.

After reading your clinical history it appears that you are most probably having diffuse otitis externa .

If I were your treating Doctor for this case , I would advice you
Keep ear dry , don’t allow water go inside while bath &
Stop cleaning ear with ear bud .
Use antibiotic + steroid ear drop thrice daily for itching & swelling in ear .

I would advice you , consult ENT specialist as soon as possible & get ear examination & cleaning done .

Hope this information helpful to you .If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Regards.

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