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Ear infection not getting better

2017-12-26 05:08:41
I was just prescribed otomize ear spray for an ear infection and after a few days I have to say it hasn't been working it hurts very much and my neck glands under the infected ear is swollen and tender to the touch and now I have a sore throat. Should I make an appointment to see if they should prescribe me something else?
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You seem to be suffering from acute otitis externa which is a common type of ear infection. You may need to take antibiotics and painkillers along with antibiotic ear drops for few days for faster recovery
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required

Answered2017-12-27 02:15:40

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