Question 1

how can i get relief for ear infection pain?

Accepted Answer

Earache: Any of the analgesics (acetaminophen, Ibuprofen or naproxen) can be taken orally. Your doctor can prescribe ear drops for pain. Warm commpress to the outer ear may help too.

Question 2

can ear infection pain travel to neck and shoulder?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Ear pain can be VERY SEVERE! It can travel to neck, shoulder as well jaw and make sleeping, eating and thinking appropriately very difficult. If having ear pain u shd see ur doctor ASAP. It in doubt regarding some other diagnosis u shd see the doctor right away as well esp if u r worried about heart conditions.

Question 3

what to do about ear infection pain facial paralysis on right side?

Accepted Answer

Ear tube, ENT exam: If this question is about an adult, then see the ENT doctor asap to consider an ear tube and to make sure that nothing is blocking the eustachian tube that would cause this problem.

Question 4

pregnant with ear infection. pain when talking or swalloing on one side. are there any otc ear drops that are aafe to use when pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Most ear drops...: ...Are safe in pregnancy; the question is, are you going to need antibiotics by mouth as well? I suggest you see your doctor soonest.

Question 5

bad cold virus. 2 eye infections going away and now ear infection. pain is gone but it's plugged and can barely hear out of it. when will it clear?

Accepted Answer

It may take a while: With most middle ear infections, there is an accumulation of fluid that builds up in the middle ear space. That is what makes you feel "muffled" with hearing. Even after adequate treatment it can take 1-3 weeks for this fluid to clear. If you have a common cold, (upper respiratory infection ), this can slow down the process. Chew gum, drink extra liquids and hot showers can make you feel a little

Question 6

toothache or ear infection? pain in lower right jaw, all bottom teeth hurt, burning pain, hurts to the ear, shocking sensation, glands swollen

Accepted Answer

Infection: I cannot tell where your infection is coming from but I would suggest that you see your doctor to get a definitive diagnosis

Question 7

i got antibiotics 3 days ago for middle ear infection. pain in ear is less, but there is ache and numbness in the whole right side of head. normal?

Accepted Answer

Not better: You should be feeling better. The concern may be that the infection has spread. It is time to get a recheck. All the best.

Question 8

how long should it take for augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate) to start to reduce ear infection pain?

Accepted Answer

Otalgia: The pain may or may not be a direct effect of the infection itself. If the pain is due to inflammation this should recede fairly rapidly, assuming the causative organism is susceptible to augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate).  If, however, pain is due to congestion and consequent occlusion of the eustacian tubes this may require decongestants, irrigation, possibly steroids. Use the latter and then be patient. Good luck.

Question 9

are you able to take amoxicillin, ibuprofen and hydrocodone? looking for solutions for struggling with pain from a mid-ear infection. pain is preventing them from sleeping. ala carte you can take amoxcillin with either or but what about all three?

Accepted Answer

: Go to Drugs.com and enter all meds you are taking into their interaction checker.  The discuss the risks and benefits of taking all the meds they have prescribed.

Question 10

can ear infection cause pain on head?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Ear infections can cause headaches, but they can also produce other complications. It is always best to check with your doctor.

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How can i get relief for ear infection pain?

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What to do about ear infection pain facial paralysis on right side?

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Pregnant with ear infection. pain when talking or swalloing on one side. are there any otc ear drops that are aafe to use when pregnant?

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Bad cold virus. 2 eye infections going away and now ear infection. pain is gone but it's plugged and can barely hear out of it. when will it clear?

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Toothache or ear infection? pain in lower right jaw, all bottom teeth hurt, burning pain, hurts to the ear, shocking sensation, glands swollen

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I got antibiotics 3 days ago for middle ear infection. pain in ear is less, but there is ache and numbness in the whole right side of head. normal?

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How long should it take for augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate) to start to reduce ear infection pain?

A member asked:

Are you able to take amoxicillin, ibuprofen and hydrocodone? looking for solutions for struggling with pain from a mid-ear infection. pain is preventing them from sleeping. ala carte you can take amoxcillin with either or but what about all three?

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Can ear infection cause pain on head?

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