A member asked:

I suffer with ear infections & antibiotics aren't getting rid. i now feel like i have flu, sickness, green sore throat & tongue, headache, contested ear?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Keith Ramsey answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Adolescent Medicine

See doctor: Antibiotic resistance is a problem with treating ear infections. If the antibiotic is not working, see your doctor. You might need a different one. Also, if you have a virus, then the antibiotics won't help. Sometimes you will need to have your ears drained in severe cases or when nothing else helps.

Answered 1/15/2019

4.7k views

Thank

Infection: Because of overuse/improper use/genetic mutation, antibiotics have become less effective. You may need another course of antibiotics or a different antibiotic if you have a bacterial infection. If you have viral infection or allergic response, antibiotics will not help. Suggest that you see an ENT, an otolaryngologist. And please do not self-medicate.

Answered 1/20/2019

226 views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more