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Sophie has a water bubble in her ear, and she can't seem to get it out. she claims it may be from swimming. home remedies aren't helping.

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Tip: 1. DO NOT use a cotton swab to dry the ear. 2. Tilt head to the side with the plugged ear. 3 Pull ear lobe downward to allow the water to drain out. 4 Hold a blow-dryer a few inches from plugged ear to dry ear.

Answered 4/28/2015

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