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question:I have had an upper respiratory infection for 2 weeks and my left is has an ear infection. It doesnt hurt i jist cant hear out of it at all. I need to know how to fix it so i can hear again. I saw the doctor just the other day and was prescribed amoxicillin for my upper respiratory infection but it s done nothing for my ear infection. What should I do?
answer:Hello,You may need to be reviewed; there are some bacteria that cause ear infections that do not respond to typical antibiotics. You may need to give an alternative course of medication.In addition, you may need antihistamine/decongestant combination. There may be a change in the pressure of the ear, which is causing the decreased hearing.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Michelle Gibson James
question:I was diagnosed with Strep throat 2 days ago and the doctor gave me cephalexin qty 20 and promethazine. I feel like I am getting worse because my cough is really bad now and my throat and chest are starting to burn with every cough. What should I do and or what do you recommend?
answer:Hello,Worsening cough and burning sensation can be due to Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Taking proton pump inhibitors like Esomeprazole (Nexium) will be helpful.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Nishad BN
question:I fell out of bed a few months ago and I have some black and blue on my left hip that is fading. I have gotten a small rash, pinkish but not real red, at the hip area in one spot and it is itchy sometimes and sometimes not so itchy. There are bumbles in the rash area also a few pimple sized and some smaller. I put on povidine and cortisone at different times and they seem to help. About two weeks ago I got this and the povidine seemed to chase it away but it is back. Can this be shingles? Would vinegar help? b
answer:Hello,There's no cure for shingles, but the treatment that can ease symptoms can be:-Prescription antiviral drugs can speed healing and reduce your risk of complications. These medications include: Acyclovir (Zovirax) Valacyclovir (Valtrex)-Also, you can use antiviral ointments for local relief.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
question:Sudden outbreak of a rash all over body, lump in throat, ears became flushed, , all within an hour while sitting and watching tv. This was three to four hours after dinner. No snack or beverage other than water. Carol. My email is YYYY@YYYY . Thank you. It is 11:30 pm.
answer:Hello,The rash you are having is due to a possible allergic reaction. Go to the emergency room as soon as possible as might need urgent medical help. Apart from food, an insect bite or another allergen can cause this rash. But you need important medical help. If you have any anti-histaminic medicine at home, please take one until you go to emergency. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Albana Sejdini
question:I was diagnosed with a sinus infection January 10th and took an antibiotic for 10 days. My cough came back and on January 31st. I saw my doctor again who gave me a different antibiotic. On Monday I started developing a sore throat but not really a sore throat. When I swallow the tube from my ear to my throat hurts, it is sore to touch, and it is a little swollen around my throat. I am still on antibiotics and was wondering if it will automatically get better or if I need to see my doctor again?
answer:Hello,The swelling you have likely to be an enlarged lymph node from the upper respiratory tract infection. When the antibiotics have taken effect and the infection is cleared, this swelling ought to disappear. If it does not, you need to see a doctor to have yourself examined and investigated.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Noble Zachariah
question:Hey is it alright If I smoke or use cannabis extracts while I have the mumps? Right now its only been day one of the Mumps and just my Lymph glands are swollen. Ive been getting plenty of Vitamin C and I have Dayquil that has Acetometaphin to reduce the swelling But I just wanted to know if it would cause the mumps to worsen.
answer:Hello,Cannabis should not cause the mumps to worsen but may cause an increase in sedation and fatigue.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Kathy Robinson