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After swimming, i have had a problem with water in my ear which is painful. what should i do? swimmers ear

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Dr. Vahe Yetimyan
Dr. Vahe Yetimyananswered
General Practice 53 years experience
Swimmer's ear?: ENT doctor checks your ear after confirmation you will get ear drop which requires prescription, it will have antibiotic , pain killer and decongetant in it, good stuff.
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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan
Dr. J. Lawrence Dohananswered
Dermatology 59 years experience
Various strategies : Some people have success from ear plugs. Always use a cloth or tissue to blot water out of ear soon after immersion. Best ear drops are ACETIC ACID. Not antibiotic. Allergic reactions to aminoglycoside antibiotics are common.
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Dr. Charles Turck
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Pharmacology 19 years experience
Prescription or OTC: To relieve the pain, you may take Tylenol every 4 to 6 hours as needed. Be sure to keep your daily Tylenol intake less than 4 grams (even less if you have liver disease). Keep your ears dry and avoid swimming for seven days. If it’s already been around a week or the pain is getting worse, get in touch with your doctor, as there are other medications by prescription only that may be helpful.
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