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I feel like a needle is poking my ear and it feels like some sort of liquid is coming out?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

You need an ear exam. You probably have otitis media and its resulted perforated eardrum.

Dr Singh agreed

Answered 11/29/2021

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A discharge from the ear is very suggestive of middle ear infection and a ruptured eardrum. You should see a doctor as the disorder is treatable.

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