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    laura_keller
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    I thought ear infections were only for kids, but here I am. 😩 What should adults know about ear infections?

    Ear infections in adults: symptoms and treatment

    Treatment basics

    Symptom Note
    Ear pain 👂 Most common symptom
    Muffled hearing 🔇 Fluid behind eardrum
    Drainage 🩸 Possible if eardrum perforates
    Fever 🤒 Can accompany
    • See doctor for diagnosis
    • Pain relief as advised
    • Antibiotics only if bacterial

    How long did your adult ear infection last? ⏳

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