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What Are The Repercussions Of Accidental Ingestion Of Wax Into The Ear?

I suffer from impacted eat wax constantly at only 25 years old. A couple days ago, whole removing wax, I accidentally abducted my ear canal. It is now swollen, very tender, and my ear and jaw are very painful. I can not see a doctor until Monday. Any advice is appreciated!
Mon, 1 Aug 2016
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Hello. This is an external otitis--ear infection--and if you aren't running a fever, Monday would be soon enough to be seen and get a course of appropriate antibiotics
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What Are The Repercussions Of Accidental Ingestion Of Wax Into The Ear?

Hello. This is an external otitis--ear infection--and if you aren t running a fever, Monday would be soon enough to be seen and get a course of appropriate antibiotics