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Both my ears are muffled and i can't hear very well. so i'm starting amoxacillin today. how long will it take to hear right again?
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Who prescribed?: Did a doctor prescribe the antibiotic? If not, you need to see an ENT specialist to determine the cause of your hearing problem as it may not be an infection.
Answered 9/28/2014
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May not be needed: Amoxicillin shouldn't be used unless ear infection has been diagnosed. Other conditions such as ear wax impaction, non-infected fluid in ears or hearing damage can cause muffled hearing. Best to get checked by a physician before using antibiotics. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!
Answered 9/29/2014
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