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A 33-year-old female 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?

2 doctor answers3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsett
Pediatrics 40 years experience
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.
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Dr. John Chiu
Allergy and Immunology 59 years experience
See doc: If no relief after a week, it is time to check with your doctor again.
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Last updated Jan 16, 2018

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