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Should i seek help for a ear infection? swollen,very painful ,been using ear drops,ibuprofen. its been 5 days already.
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Yes: If you have swollen external ear canal and what ever OTC's you use aren't helping - medical assessment would be prudent. Take care.
Answered 5/23/2015
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