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My left ear is swollen and leaking fluid: Just had deviate septum surgery. (Photos)

teamsterDec 10, 2017
A week later my ear started leaking fluid and began to swell. It also hurts to the touch. What should I do? Thank you for any advice

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Dr. Steven Wallach, MD
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Answered on Dec 11, 2017
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Dr. Satyen Undavia, MD
Facial Plastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
Answered on Dec 11, 2017
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Dr. Wayne Mucci, DO (retired)
Facial Plastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
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