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I have an outer ear infection. im taking cetralax plus & antibiotics but my ears are still extremely blocked. what can i take to eliminate this?
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Mgt: You may need a longer course or another antibiotic. A culture of the drainage will help to determine the next step. Avoid immersion eg swimming in the meantime until seen.
Answered 7/26/2015
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