Question

polina has been experiencing ear drainage for several days and is having hearing problems but does not have any pain. she is scheduled to see her doctor later today. what will her doctor most likely determine is the cause of her symptoms? deafness ear infection earwax buildup ruptured eardrum

Explanation:

• Deafness is a more permanent and severe condition, and the symptoms described are not typical of sudden - onset deafness.
• An ear infection usually causes pain, which Polina does not have.
• Earwax buildup does not cause ear drainage.
• A ruptured eardrum can cause ear drainage and hearing problems, and pain may not always be present immediately or may subside.

Answer:

ruptured eardrum