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I have swimmer's ear, and i tried the drops for 2 days. but it's not working. is earwax keeping the water in?

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YOU NEED DROPS/LONGE: You have not given the drops long enough, need to be used for 5 to 7 days minimum.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Swimmer's ears: Many times, if the ear canal is swollen or it is impacted by debris, your ENT will need to clear the debris and place a wick to help keep the antibiotic solution in contact with the infected skin; otherwise, it will take much longer for it to work. Lay on your side and have someone put 3-4 drops slowly in the exposed ear canal. Stay in that position for 5-10 minutes, then repeat on the other side.

Dr Seibert agreed

Answered 8/23/2014

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