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How long does it take an ear infection to get better after taking a five day antibiotic?
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Should be better: Your symptoms should be much better by day 3 and completely resolved by day 10.
Answered 3/12/2017
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Several days: Pain should resolve quickly, but blocked feeling may persist for many weeks. If blocked feeling does not resolve in 3-4 weeks, should see ENT doctor.
Answered 11/18/2019
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