Common Signs Of An Ear Infection And How Online Doctors Can Help

An ear infection is either caused by bacteria or a virus. It can occur in your outer and inner ear, right behind the eardrum, or the middle ear. Though the infection can clear up without medication, it's often painful because of the fluid buildup and inflammation.

The infection can either be acute (painful and for a short period) or chronic (last longer or recur multiple times). It can temporarily damage your inner and middle ear. This guide will further discuss the signs of an ear infection that you should look out for and how a virtual doctor can help.

Symptoms of Ear Infections in Adults

Common signs of ear infection among adults include pressure inside the ear, discomfort or mild pain in the ear, pus-like ear drainage, and even hearing loss. These signs may either come and go or persist for a longer period.

You may experience symptoms in either one or both ears. If you have a double ear infection, the pain will be more severe than an infection in one ear. Symptoms of a chronic ear infection are less noticeable than acute infections.  

Symptoms of Ear Infections in Adults

In addition to ear drainage and pain, babies and young children may experience other symptoms of an ear infection, including pulling or rubbing the ear, not responding to certain sounds, headache, fever, loss of appetite, losing balance frequently, restlessness, or fussiness.

Ear infections usually last less than three days. However, they can persist for at least a week or more.

 

Online Treatment for An Ear Infection

Online doctors offer virtual infection treatment services for patients so that they can get diagnosed as soon as possible and receive the required medication prescriptions that are directly sent to a local pharmacy within a few hours. An online doctor will first assess your condition to determine the type of infection and whether it's safe to prescribe antibiotics through online diagnosis. 

Virtual Doctor at TelMDCare

At TelMDCare, Dr. John Ibrahim is a telemedicine doctor who can give you the correct diagnosis online and prescribe the right treatment plan. We offer treatment for patients who do not have Medicaid or Medicare, regardless of their residency status in the US. Visit our website to check out what we treat and schedule an appointment with our virtual doctor online.