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  • female
  • 30 Years
  • 20/02/2025

I'm a bit worried because my ear started hurting yesterday and it feels swollen and painful inside. I've had ear infections before, but this doesn't feel like thatit just feels swollen. I tried to take a video, and it looks like there's something white in my ear. Could this be an infection or something else? Should I be concerned?

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That could be ear effusion,visit ENT docotor for evaluation and appropriate treatment,and practice valsalva for better relief.

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Consult a Ent Specialist

Answered 04/07/2025

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