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A week ago i went to urgent care and was diagnosed with middle ear infection. i was given amoxicillin and sudafed. i still have muffled hearing and ringing in my ears. i don't have insurance. how long can wait before seeing a doctor again?

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Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsett answered

3 to 4 weeks: It may take 3 to 4 weeks for middle ear infection to clear. Follow up with doctor in 1 month if symptoms have not resolved.

Dr Crane agreed

Answered 1/16/2018

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Dr. John Chiu answered

See doc: If no relief after a week, it is time to check with your doctor again.

Answered 1/16/2018

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A member asked:

A week ago i went to urgent care and was diagnosed with middle ear infection. i was given amoxicillin and sudafed. i still have muffled hearing and ringing in my ears. i don't have insurance. how long can wait before seeing a doctor again?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsett answered

Dr Crane agreed

Dr. John Chiu answered

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