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What to do if my doctor prescribes acetic acid for my ears?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Acetic acid otic: Acetic acid otic is a medication that is used to treat infections of the external ear canal. If you have this condition -then this medication may well be a good choice for you.

Answered 5/20/2015

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