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14 mo old- tubes 7 days ago. ear drops (ofloxicin?) and oral (omnicef)) for bacterial pneumonia. why is he still pulling @ ears, crying, & draining?
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Ofloxicin: The ear drops may be causing pain resulting in your child's crying snd pilling at his ears. See your doctor for fe-evaluation.
Answered 9/28/2016
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