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A member asked:
Amoxicillin didn't have work . inner ear infection foul smelling green nasal mucous 6 months now . which antibiotics next?
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If it's being going: On for six months, it sounds like it's time to review this with an ENT(ear, nose throat) doctor to make sure there isn't something atypical going on.
Answered 10/31/2015
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Visit to ENT next: You may have infected sinus , may need the drainage improper treatment may lead to permanent damage and appropriate choice antibiotic depends on your physician choice and possible the C&S means culture and sensivity of the organism (s)
Answered 9/4/2015
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