I got an ear infection (swimmers ear - and i haven't even gone swimming!) on Sunday. I started taking anti-biotics on Monday night...and now, it's Wed. and I'm still in pain and it's still swollen!
OUCH!! i hate not being able to hear anything! and i finally broke my fever!!
2006-07-05 03:03:04 · 6 answers · asked by ? 4 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Normally it should take about 10 days thats normally how long antibiotics are prescribed for. If it doesnt work within in ten days go back to doctors office.
2006-07-05 03:45:27 · answer #1 · answered by rea4154 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should start feeling some relief today or tomorrow. If it still hurts by Friday morning, call your doctor. He may need to switch you to a different antibiotic and perhaps an ear drop pain reliever. You might try taking some tylenol or advil right away, that should help with the swelling & pain.
2006-07-05 03:08:14 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It should take only 3 to 4 days. Try advil for the pain.
2006-07-05 03:06:07 · answer #3 · answered by Stacy R 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi
If you don't start to feel better by tomorrow, please go back to doctor, the antibiotics may not be strong enough.
Ear infections can be difficult to treat and often go along with a sinus infection or allergies that may not even be apparent. Hope you feel better soon.
2006-07-05 03:09:40 · answer #4 · answered by Ms. Jay 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
2 days on adminstering the right antibiotic
2006-07-05 03:06:40 · answer #5 · answered by geo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ouch! take some alieve....for the pain!
hope you feel better!
2006-07-05 03:19:37 · answer #6 · answered by American Princess 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋