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How Long Does Ear Infection Take To Improve?
Question: I have had a terrible ear infection for three days. I had a shot of antibiotic on Tuesday and am on oral. When should i be feeling better??
Brief Answer:
can take 2 to 3 days for some initial improvement
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
It can take 2 to 3 days for some initial improvement in some persons though others may note some small changes in 36 hours of initial dosing.
After the initial change, the symptoms should continue to improve and normally resolve before completion of the antibiotic but should still complete the course.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
can take 2 to 3 days for some initial improvement
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
It can take 2 to 3 days for some initial improvement in some persons though others may note some small changes in 36 hours of initial dosing.
After the initial change, the symptoms should continue to improve and normally resolve before completion of the antibiotic but should still complete the course.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
I am in third day. I don't feel improvement. Shoud i call doctor or wait until tomorrow? Is there any frar if serious complications if i dont?
Brief Answer:
may consider waiting till tomorrow to see if any changes
Detailed Answer:
HI
Since this is day 3, you may want to complete your course today and wait till tomorrow to see if there is any change.
There are no complications that should occur between today and tomorrow.
Please feel free to ask anything else
may consider waiting till tomorrow to see if any changes
Detailed Answer:
HI
Since this is day 3, you may want to complete your course today and wait till tomorrow to see if there is any change.
There are no complications that should occur between today and tomorrow.
Please feel free to ask anything else
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Is it normal for bone behind ear to be tender with infection?
Brief Answer:
yes this can occur
Detailed Answer:
HI
Yes, this can occur with these infections but should resolve with your other symptoms
If anything else unclear, feel free to ask
yes this can occur
Detailed Answer:
HI
Yes, this can occur with these infections but should resolve with your other symptoms
If anything else unclear, feel free to ask
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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