A 24-year-old male asked:
listened to headphones other day. today ear bother me a bit. feels wet inside. this start of a ear infection? if so do i need to tske meds to treat it
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Dr. William Culviner answered
30 years experience ENT and Head and Neck Surgery
Otitis externa: This could be otitis externa . This is an infection of the outer ear. Q-tips and other things introduced into the ear canal can irritatte it and cause an outer ear infection. This typically requires ear drops which contain antibiotics and steroids to improve symptoms.
Answered on Jul 15, 2016
Dr. Oscar Novick answered
58 years experience Pediatrics
Ear infection?: You could have an infection but see your doctor for a proper diagnosis.
Answered on Mar 16, 2014
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Dr. Thomas Mcgowan answered
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Fluid: Fluid in the ears is common and can be from an infection, but cane from allergies too. Some will try antihistamines and others will try nasal steroid ... Read More
A 18-year-old member asked:
Dr. Peter Kurzweil answered
50 years experience Internal Medicine
Probably you do : Irritation & itchiness are often symptoms of an external ear infection, treated with antibiotic ear drops. Feeling the ears are blocked and discomfort ... Read More
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A 34-year-old female asked:
Dr. Ronald Krauser answered
52 years experience Rheumatology
No: Eye issues are not related to the sinus infection as a rule.
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A 44-year-old female asked:
Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered
27 years experience Internal Medicine
Yes: Recommended in otitis media with dose adjustment in case kidney function impaired.
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