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My daughter has been on antibiotic for 2 days for ear infection she had a slight fever yesterday and spiked one tonight. is this normal?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Fever: She may continue to have some fever but the pain should be improving. Most ear infections are caused by viruses and antibiotics make little difference. All the best.

Dr Krishnamurthy agreed

Answered 6/22/2015

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A member asked:

My daughter has been on antibiotic for 2 days for ear infection she had a slight fever yesterday and spiked one tonight. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Dr Krishnamurthy agreed

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