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Can swimmer's ear infection go away on its own.? and how long will it take for it to go away on its own.

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Swimmers ear: That is an infection that requires antibiotic ear drops

Answered 1/31/2017

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A member asked:

Can swimmer's ear infection go away on its own.? and how long will it take for it to go away on its own.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Julan Crane answered

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