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| Alternative Names: | Ear infection; Infection - ear
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| Treatment: | Treatment usually includes antibiotics or other antimicrobials, depending on the suspected cause of the infection.
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| Expectations (prognosis): | Most types of ear infection respond readily to treatment. If there is no improvement after three days, the antibiotic regimen may need to be altered.
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| Calling your health care provider: | Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you develop symptoms of otitis.
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Review Date: 1/3/2003
Reviewed By: Jonathan Fanaroff, M.D., Department of Pediatrics, Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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