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Pharmacist told me azythromycin 250 mg a day for 4 days can cure my acute mastoiditis caused by my ear piercing , is that ok? or better options?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

See a doctor: Whoa! This is not something for which reliable treatment can be judged by a pharmacist. You need to see a doctor. If you really have mastoiditis, you may need a different antibiotic; longer treatment; and maybe even surgery. See a doctor for diagnosis and proper treatment.

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Answered 10/15/2017

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A member asked:

Pharmacist told me azythromycin 250 mg a day for 4 days can cure my acute mastoiditis caused by my ear piercing , is that ok? or better options?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Hegab and 6 doctors agreed

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