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How Long Does Ear Infection Take To Resolve?

Posted on Wed, 3 Jun 2015

Question: Had ear infection for 7 days! Pain has lessened but ear is still clogged. How long does it take to heal?

Answered by Dr. Paparaja S (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
About 10 to 14days.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to healthcare magic.
I had gone through your question.
I can understand your concern.
It might take up to 14 days, depending on the resistance.
I recommend the following.
1) Antihistamine like levocetrizine with phenylephrine to relieve clogging and improve middle ear ventilation.
2) Avoid smoking. If you are not a smoker, kindly ignore this suggestion.
3) A course of antibiotics.
4) Analgesic like tablet paracetamol for pain relief.
5) Avoid refrigerated drinks as they may aggravate the congestion.
6) An Otoscopic ear examination if the condition is not improving.

You will be fine.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any questions, I am happy to help.
Wish you a good health and speedy recovery.
Regards,
Dr Paparaja S MBBS MS
Consultant ENT Surgeon

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Pradeep Vitta

Follow up: Dr. Paparaja S (33 minutes later)

I have been on antibiotic. First one didnt seem to be helping so she seitched it 3 days ago

Answered by Dr. Paparaja S (4 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Complete the antibiotic course.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for the follow up.
Kindly complete the antibiotics course and follow the other instructions as adviced earlier.

Wish you a speedy recovery.

Take care.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Pradeep Vitta