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Hi there i got water in my ears this morning in the shower and after 8 hours is now sore inside. what's wrong with my ears is it ear infection?
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Water in ears: You could have wax in your ears, which trapped water and this may be uncomfortable. The water itself can cause the skin to swell and become irritated. An outer ear infection is possible, but it is a little early for that to have occurred. Best go see your doctor or an ENT to check it out.
Answered 1/3/2018
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See Your Doctor Now: Ear pain can be caused by infection behind the eardrum or due to infection of the ear canal. Middle ear infections are caused by upper respiratory infection, Ear canal infection (aka swimmer's ear) is caused by excessive moisture & debris buildup in the canal leading to pain with movement of the ear, a swollen and tender canal, & debris. See your doctor now for correct diagnosis & treatment.
Answered 8/9/2014
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