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Went to doc for my swimmers ear, was prescribed ear drops but still having pain. help?

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Dr. Alexander Gorup answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Call doc back: If still having problems, call your doctor. More may need to be done.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/22/2013

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