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Can Ibuprofen Effectively Treat Earache With Cold?
Brief Answer:
Probably a viral infection, follow the advice below
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
The symptoms of your child seem to be related to an infection.
It is probably a viral infection so antibiotics will not help.
Some advice that I can give to you are :
-use painkillers like ibuprofen to reduce the pain
-use low heat compresses
-gargling with salt water can help
-use eardrops for pain relief
-see your doctor for a physical examination.
If a bacterial infection is suspected you should take prescribed antibiotics. Consult your doctor about this treatment.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
Probably a viral infection, follow the advice below
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
The symptoms of your child seem to be related to an infection.
It is probably a viral infection so antibiotics will not help.
Some advice that I can give to you are :
-use painkillers like ibuprofen to reduce the pain
-use low heat compresses
-gargling with salt water can help
-use eardrops for pain relief
-see your doctor for a physical examination.
If a bacterial infection is suspected you should take prescribed antibiotics. Consult your doctor about this treatment.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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