Ear Infection
Ear infections can be caused by a variety of reasons, such as a bacterial or viral infection, fluid build-up, or allergies. Infections can take place in different parts of the ear and cause a lot of discomfort, especially in children.
If you or your child are experiencing an ear infection, our providers at PromptMed Urgent Care are equipped to handle your care.
Symptoms of an ear infection
- Itching in the ear canal
- Redness inside the ear
- Pain or tenderness when touching the ear
- Ear pain (sharp or dull)
- Fluid drainage form the ear (in some cases)
- Sometimes fever or swollen lymph nodes
- Hearing loss or a feeling of fullness in the ear
- Fever, balance issues, tugging at the ear (especially in babies)
- Irritability or trouble sleeping (especially in children)
- Severe dizziness or vertigo
- Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
- Nausea and vomiting (from dizziness)
If you or a loved one are experiencing the symptoms listed above, walk into your local PromptMed Urgent Care. Our providers can aid you in your discomfort and begin the process of healing your ear infection by prescribing ear drops and/or antibiotics. There are also several other services that can be administered by our Medical Assistants to return the ear to a healthy state such as ear lavage, and more.
