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What would cause ear to discharge brownish fluid and cause hearing issues in the ear? ( the feeling you get after swimming, but without going swimming?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Ear infection: It sounds like you probably have an ear infection. Please get it checked out.

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/4/2021

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Dr. Steven Brown answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

External ear infect: Sounds like an external ear infection of the auditory canal. May require antibiotic drops or even oral antibiotics

Answered 1/4/2021

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