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Practice a swimmer's ear (otitis externa) case

The patient says

"My right ear has been sore for three days and it's getting worse — it hurts when I touch it. I've been in the pool every day."

Patient age: 22

What you'll do

Ask the patient questions, choose which tests to order, decide on medication and next steps, then see how the patient does. You get feedback and teaching notes at the end. It's free and works in your browser.

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