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I was told that i have a swimmers ear, it wasnt leaking at the time. it is swallon and very sore and is leaking quite a bit of stuff. what can i do fo?
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Keep Dry: Be sure to keep your ear dry. Vaseline on cotton ball placed in ear or waterproof putty ear plug which can be purchased in pharmacy will do. Hopefully you have seen your doctor and gotten the necessary ear drops to eliminate the infection... Or you will!
Answered 12/11/2012
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