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The last two day i have swolling left ear. and it drain out clear and yellow but not smelling,what can i do?

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Needs checked: It could be an external ear infection, or a ruptured ear drum (from middle ear infection)--both of which need treatment to reduce pain and preserve hearing. See your Dr or Urgent Care for exam and treatment.

Answered 7/7/2014

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