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When i lie down on my side, my ear fills with clear fluid. i have to dab it constantly to clear it. cotton is completely wet with fluid.

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Dr. Ronald Ward answered

Ear ache: 1) Probably have perforated ear drum; 2) If not, you have chronic recurring external otitis; 3) or both. See ENT.

Answered 6/2/2019

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A member asked:

When i lie down on my side, my ear fills with clear fluid. i have to dab it constantly to clear it. cotton is completely wet with fluid.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ronald Ward answered

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