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Earache due to ear wax and swollen ear
Solutions  for earache caused by water, ear wax ,swollen ear  and the area around a the ear has been swollen occurring for the last day 5-6 days
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It is likely to be an infection of ur ear canal. If there is a swelling u'll need antibiotics. Take a photo and consult online
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It could be otits externa ( infection)
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Keep ear dry Avoid using ear buds
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