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Hi, when i touch my ear or clean it it is extremely painful and is red and swollen inside i cannot touch it or eat properly with it. what could it be?

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Dr. Mark Dickson answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Could be infection: An infection of the outer ear can cause those symptoms. Antibiotic drops frequently help, but you need to see a doctor first.

Answered 6/25/2015

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A member asked:

Hi, when i touch my ear or clean it it is extremely painful and is red and swollen inside i cannot touch it or eat properly with it. what could it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Dickson answered

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