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A 44-year-old female asked:

I have noticed my ears have popping bc of fluid more often (feeling muted hearing) but over the past week or so i have woken up with wet crusty scab like material in left ear. no pain, no fevers, currently there left ear feels clogged?

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Dr. Clarence Grimanswered

Endocrinology 59 years experience

Suspect ear wax. Have someone look and see. Simple.

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Answered Jul 18, 2022

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