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How To Treat An Infected Ear?

I just got out of a pool not too long ago, I had been cleaning my ears out with qtips (I know, not the best) but I was doing it very gently and as I gotten out of water the wax was loose too so it was nice and simple however in the middle of cleaning all of the sudden I could not hear out of my left ear... I have no pain and only a slight discomfort, however, it appears that my ear canal is swollen almost shut... it was instantaneous so I don t see how it could be an infection. I need to get the swelling down and hearing back as soon as possible. Please help.
Fri, 10 Apr 2020
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Hello,

The symptoms seem to be related to an ear infection. I suggest to apply a warm cloth to the affected ear. Take over-the-counter (OTC) pain medication such as ibuprofen (Advil) or acetaminophen. Use OTC or prescription ear drops to relieve pain. Take OTC decongestants such as pseudoephedrine (Sudafed). I recommend to drink liquids and rest.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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How To Treat An Infected Ear?

Hello, The symptoms seem to be related to an ear infection. I suggest to apply a warm cloth to the affected ear. Take over-the-counter (OTC) pain medication such as ibuprofen (Advil) or acetaminophen. Use OTC or prescription ear drops to relieve pain. Take OTC decongestants such as pseudoephedrine (Sudafed). I recommend to drink liquids and rest. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician