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What can i do to ease pain in my ear from an ear infection when laying down?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Rx the pain now: The basic treatment beyond confirmation and antibiotics if needed are comfort measures. Ibuprofen ; laying with a heating pad on that side of the head can help.

Dr Fried agreed

Answered 6/25/2014

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