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Earpain. Gave Tylenol. Pain After Medicine Effect Fades Off. See The Doctor?

Hi my daughter started complaining of ear pain yesterday. We gave her tylenol--it seemed to have no effect on the pain. When able we gave her children s ibuprofen and this gave her relief. She has slept a lot and when ibuprofen wears off she cries in pain. She says her ear keeps popping. I know they say every ear infection does not need antibiotics , should we take her to the doctor?
Tue, 20 Aug 2013
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hello and welcome to HCM,

Any pain of the ear which does not respond to routine pain killers must definitely be examined by the doctor so that more serious lesions can be ruled out. In most of the cases it will just be a mild infection which can be effectively treated but please do not take any chance.

Also since her ear keeps popping then it is imperative that her ear drum is examined for any abnormality. She may also require an audiological assessment for further analysis.

avoid giving her head bath for a couple of days and do not meddle with her ears.

take care and get well soon

Dr Sriram Nathan
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Earpain. Gave Tylenol. Pain After Medicine Effect Fades Off. See The Doctor?

hello and welcome to HCM, Any pain of the ear which does not respond to routine pain killers must definitely be examined by the doctor so that more serious lesions can be ruled out. In most of the cases it will just be a mild infection which can be effectively treated but please do not take any chance. Also since her ear keeps popping then it is imperative that her ear drum is examined for any abnormality. She may also require an audiological assessment for further analysis. avoid giving her head bath for a couple of days and do not meddle with her ears. take care and get well soon Dr Sriram Nathan