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Do middle ear infections usually go away on their own or do they require the use of antibiotics? how long do they typically last?

Q: do middle ear infections usually go away on their own or do they require the use of antibiotics? how long do they typically last?

: If there are no symptoms, no pain, an observation period and follow up may be possible. Viral infections often clear within one week Watch for signs of pain and fever.

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

If there are no symptoms, no pain, an observation period and follow up may be possible. Viral infections often clear within one week Watch for signs of pain and fever.

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/26/2021

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A member asked:

Do middle ear infections usually go away on their own or do they require the use of antibiotics? how long do they typically last?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

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