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A member asked:

I've had strep & ear infection since tuesday, z pac and ear drops. hard to swallow. not better yet. how long till i get better? on augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate) now.

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Soon: You should start to feel better soon. If no better by Monday, see ENT doc. IF get worse over weekend, go to ER.

Answered 7/10/2015

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