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For 2014, i'm on my 8th antibiotic for otitis media w/o effusion. what can be done to stop getting these painful infections?
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Otitis media: It sounds like the antibiotics are not clearing your infection. Ask your doctor for a referral to an ear specialist. If the infection is that difficult to treat with antibiotics, the specialist may recommend ear tubes. Simple exercises such as blowing up your cheeks with your mouth closed and swallowing may help.
Answered 9/5/2014
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