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I had ear wax removed, a few days later my ear was clogged,i went back, i have ear infection now im on antibiotic 7 days later,still clogged.6?

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Dr. Lois A Freisleben-Cook answered

Takes time: I assuming you refer to middle ear fluid . It can take a few weeks for middle ear fluid to clear after treatment for an ear infection.

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Answered 3/13/2021

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A member asked:

I had ear wax removed, a few days later my ear was clogged,i went back, i have ear infection now im on antibiotic 7 days later,still clogged.6?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lois A Freisleben-Cook answered

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

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