what do/did I have?

Question

I have had a cold for a few days now and got a plugged ear the second day of my cold. tonight I had extreme pain in my ear for what seemed like forever but was proably about 20-30 mins then i felt relieve and liquid running out my ear. It ended up being blood which is still slowly comming out of my ear. What is this? Is the worst over? Do I need to see a doctor? I would rather not.

Answer 1

i think you have otitis media, you should see a doctor

Answer 2

Sounds like a ruptured eardrum. You probably have an ear infection. While it will probably go away on its own even if you don't see a doctor, there are two distinct advantages of doing so:

1. It will go away faster if you see the doctor and take what he prescribes.
2. There is a slight risk of permanent hearing loss, and seeing the doctor will minimize this risk.

Answer 3

You do need to see a doctor due to the blood/infection, but I bet you had a boil that popped in your ear. Last year I had a weird infection in my ear and they gave me the best ear drop called cyprodex it works great.

Answer 4

Without looking at it sounds like a ruptured ear drum from a sinus infection. Very common. However antibiotics will be needed. You should see your doctor for that and to make sure that you won't have any hearing problems.

Answer 5

Your eardrum ruptured..The worst is over.... I would recommend getting some over the counter nasal spray to keep the tube open and allow drainage. Unless you develope a fever or you notice a marked change in your hearing. I would say you could for go the doctor for now.

Answer 6

You have a bad ear infection and yes you realy should go see a specialist.