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Hi i had ear surgery jan14 i have been unwell since on and off but i have now had a ear infection labyrinths since 20 dec i'm now on 3rd meds mrsa?
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Ear infection: resistance is certainly a concern after the third infection. It would be prudent to have a culture of the fluid iif possible. I would discuss this with an ENT physician.
Answered 1/8/2015
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