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I have a ruptured eardrum in my left ear its draining should i sleep on my left side and let it drain or should i sleep on my right side?
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Ear: Does not matter which side. You must keep the ear dry, with exception of prescribed ear drops if any. No smoking,
Answered 8/23/2018
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