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How Long Should Neomycin Drops Be Used For The Treatment Of Swimmers Ear?
Hi there...I was diagnosed a little over a week ago with swimmers ear. I stuck my pinky finger in my ear because it itched and the doctor said I pushed bacteria into my ear. He gave me ear drops, to use three times a day for a week, neomycin drops and it kind of started to get better but after being out in the cold last weekend, I still have that annoying gravel noise in my ear, and it s really bothersome. Wondering if I should go back to the doctor or keep using the drops.
Wed, 25 Jul 2018
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I reviewed your query and here is advise.
I think you can use boric acid for it better than antibiotics .
Also use ear plugs when swimming and washing to prevent reoccurring.
Use advil for pain.
Use ear drops after swimming and washing to prevent infection.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
I reviewed your query and here is advise.
I think you can use boric acid for it better than antibiotics .
Also use ear plugs when swimming and washing to prevent reoccurring.
Use advil for pain.
Use ear drops after swimming and washing to prevent infection.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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