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I've got an ear infection, and my ear feels like water is in it. what should i do?

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Have it checked out: An ear infection is treated with antibiotics but if you feel like water in your ear,a physical exam by your doctor is necessary to find the cause

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/7/2016

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