I have got ear infection, how to cure?
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Hello, I have got ear infection. I have severe pain and fever. What should I do? How to cure this condition? Do I need to see a doctor?
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@labani Often, a virus causes an ear infection, in which case antibiotics won’t help. If, based on the history, your doctor suspects that bacteria may have caused the infection, she may prescribe an antibiotic. You may also talk to your doctor about things you can do at home. If a virus or bacteria are causing the infection and you have to wait for it to get better, you don’t need to live with the pain. Your doctor may recommend a pain reliever, typically acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), which also helps reduce a fever. Aspirin should be avoided in children because of the threat of Reye's syndrome, a rare condition that can cause swelling in the brain or liver.