A member asked:

Good afternoon, i have had an ear infection for 4 months, i have seen two different doctors, i did a course of anti-biotics, and sinucon. the condition has not cleared up, there is still fluid draining from my ears. could it be blocked eustachian tub?

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Dr. Robert Kneece answered

See Ent: If it has been draining and is an ear infection then likely either otitis externa or ruptured ear drum.If on several antibiotics without clearing needs to be cultured and ask for a referral to ENT doctor.if on several antibiotics and not cleared,may not be even bacterial and may be fungal.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 3/2/2019

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A member asked:

Good afternoon, i have had an ear infection for 4 months, i have seen two different doctors, i did a course of anti-biotics, and sinucon. the condition has not cleared up, there is still fluid draining from my ears. could it be blocked eustachian tub?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Kneece answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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