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I had dark brown wax that smelled bad, then i had goopy drainage, and now i have constant clear drainage. all smells bad, is it infection?

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Dr. Alexander Gorup answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Possibly: May be an infection. Should see a doctor to verify this.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 1/5/2019

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