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I also have an awful ear infection where my ear is visibly swollen. ibuprofen helped the pain but not the swelling. drainage is present as well.
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External otitis: Likely external otitis. See ENT doc, likely will prescribe antibiotics and drops, sometimes ear wick.
Answered 7/1/2015
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Be seen: It sounds like you have an infection that involves the ear canal and your pinna or outside ear. You need an exam and likely oral antibiotics and drops. Be seen soon. All the best.
Answered 7/1/2015
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