How long does it take for an ear infection to drain out of my eardrum?
Hi, I'm an Audiologist (hearing and balance specialist). A middle ear infection (otitis media) occurs when bacteria grow in fluid that is in the middle ear space behind the eardrum. Amoxicillin is an antibiotic to kill the bacteria. It is very important that you take the medication consistently and fully as prescribed in order to ensure that ALL the bacteria are killed. Typically, patients feel much better after several days on the antibiotic (but be sure to continue taking it ALL even if you feel better, so the infection doesn't come back). Once the infection is treated, the inflammation usually subsides, which allows the fluid to drain through the Eustachian tube into the back of the throat. This can take about 6-8 weeks until there is complete recovery of normal eardrum movement. In some people, the fluid will stay in the ear, even without an active infection, which can damage the tiny bones behind the eardrum if it remains for a prolonged period of time. If the eardrum has ruptured, the fluid will drain through the opening there, and you would have been prescribed antibiotic drops in addition to the pills. Most of the time these will heal on their own, but the time it takes will vary depending on the location and extent of the damage. Swimmer's ear is an external ear infection (external otitis), which means that a bacteria or fungus is growing in the external ear canal. It is usually treated with ear drops only, so I am confident that the type of infection you have is in the middle ear space. •• NOTE TO JANIE •• (regarding airplane travel during an ear infection) Is your daughter on antibiotics already? If not, see the doctor as soon as you can to get her started on treatment. I flew with my son when he was younger and had chronic ear infections, and we used the Ear-Planes earplugs which are designed to allow the air pressure to change more gradually so it is less painful and safer for sick ears. http://www.cirrushealthcare.com/EarPlane...
Draining fluid from the ear?
Yes, I worked for an ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) doctor for a while and he drained ears frequently. It is a painless procedure. First he will put some numbing drops on your eardrum. Next he will take a very small scalpel and cut a small slit to let the fluid drain. Sometime he will insert a small ring into the slit to keep the hole open and let the ear drain. There are just temporary and usually will come out on their own. He may also put a small amount of antibiotic powder in your ear to prevent infection. It will give you immediate relief and you will not even feel it. It is worth having done if you are having a lot of pain from the fluid. Hope this helps.
I have liquid draining from my ear? and i can't hear.?
Has nothing to do with pollen... You have anything from small Eustachian Tubes to constant ear infections. Many people with small ear canals experience an inordinate amount of ear infections. I suffered from them for YEARS. Tubes help, but dont fix the problem. Keeping ones ears cleaned from wax buildup and regular hygiene of the ears will make you stop having ear infections, or at least seriously retard them. You need to see an ENT ( ear nose and throat) doctor.. NOW...
Ear infection drainage?
At times the presence of an ear infection can be without symptoms. If this is the case, the signs to look are tugging at the ear, especially by infants who have not yet learned to talk. Also crankiness, whining, and a slight fever around bedtime. Poor appetite, even diarrhea are good indications of an ear infection. A course of medical treatment is required to treat these sometimes stubborn infections, which is namely antibiotics. In some cases fluid can build up inside the ear, causing great pain. A ruptured eardrum can result, producing a pinhole perforated area. In fact what is known as a myringotomy, a procedural treatment used before antibiotics was a deliberate puncture made inside the eardrum in order to relieve the pressure caused by the buildup of fluid. If an ear infection continues, another treatment that might be recommended is the insertion of tiny plastic tubes into the ear in order to help the fluid drain. This has not been proven to be as effective a treatment as in some cases no marked improvement has resulted by its implementation. If fluid remains inside the ear, even when the infection has been cleared, this is a condition known as serous otitis, which is essentially a chronic condition. Again plastic tubes inserted in the ear may be recommended, plus removal of the adenoids, all of which would of course have to be discussed with a qualified physician. As a child develops, the eustachian tube grows and thankfully the occurrences of ear infections do decrease. But in the meantime, ear infections will undoubtedly occur with most young children. But if parents are vigilant and aware, and obtain early diagnoses, with proper medical treatment, i.e. the use of antibiotics, tube insertions, etc. this will at least help fight this all too painful childhood illness.
My ear is clogged and draining liquid?
Ear infection. When you said liquid draining, that's a big key that shows its a ear infection, don't have to have pain or other symptoms of a ear infection for it to be one. Go to the doctor and they'll give you some meds for it. Should be fixed in about a week
Why does my ear always feel like its draining and moist...but it is not either?
A person with these symptoms will usually be diagnosed with an inner ear infection.The pain is caused from fluid building up behind the ear drum and it applies pressure to the drum causing the pain.You also have nerves that run down toward your jaw from the ear that are feeling the pain.The tingly feeling is the fluid flowing over the ear drum .The cure for this is to go to the doctor and get antibiotics.usually after a week or so after taking the antibiotics,you will notice the tingle and the pain disappear.If it has been like this for 2 months,I would suggest that you see a doctor soon to avoid a possible rupture to the ear drum.You sure don't want that to happen because that is the main part of the ear and if it does happen then you could be deaf in that ear forever. This is not intended to replace a doctors orders.only a doctor can give you a true diagnosis.This is my opinion for what I have deaalt with and seen while helping in the medical field. Good luck,i will say a prayer for you
My ear has been draining bright red blood.?
It's not a cut or scratch on the reachable part of my ear canal. It's literally draining blood from within. While it doesn't exactly hurt, it is very pressurized and this is really uncomfortable. What could be the problem?
What are some reasons your ear might be draining into your throat?
Fluid in the middle ear space can be caused by allergies, or by viral or bacterial infection, often in the upper respiratory system. People often assume that when there is fluid in the middle ear that there is an infection in the ear, but this is not always the case.When this fluid accumulates in the middle ear, it should drain through the eustachian tube, which connects the middle ear to the back of the throat (pharynx). If the eustachian tube is not functioning correctly or is swollen shut, then the fluid cannot drain. This results in the tympanic membrane (eardrum) not vibrating efficiently or at all, which then causes temporary hearing loss.So if fluid from your ear is draining into your throat, that's a good thing! In most cases, people don't even notice the drainage. Note: if the drainage persists for a long period of time (several weeks or more), I would recommend seeing either your primary care doctor or an otolaryngologist (ear, nose, and throat physician) to assess what might be causing the persistent fluid production. Allergies or a persistent infection are two possible causes, both of which can be treated.
Does getting your ear syringed (drained) hurt? I'm real scared...?
I have had that done before. They put the syringe in your ear, and they really thrust it in there. I guess it does mildly hurt, but it's nothing major. The thing that has bothered me with it is the rush of warmish water in the cochlea. It isn't too unpleasant, but you can really feel the water rush in your cochlea and it can tickle a little bit. You also feel some pressure in your ear as they sqeeze the water into your ear from the syringe. It won't take long. It's nothing too bad to worry about. I like to sing a tune inside my head, anything I like. I think that may help you too.
Does a nasal decongestant help drain water from your ears?
When you ask about water in your ears, that means to me that you have water in your external ear canal. Do you really mean fluid behind your eardrum that should drain out via your eustachian tubes?When I have had fluid behind my eardrums, non-infectious, a nasal decongestant will help get the fluid draining.