A member asked:

17mth old-virus cough and middle ear infection. 1 ear now has a bit of fluid behind it. only did 1 course amoxicillian.ears red on outside now. why?

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Dr. Gregory Sysyn answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Fluid behind ears.: Fluid behind ears can takes a few weeks to completely clear after finishing a course of antibiotics. The redness you describe may be from fever (check w/ thermometer), rubbing at ears. Also could be a sign of a rash on the rest of the body.

Answered 9/21/2015

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