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Does MRSA Infection In The Ear Require Surgical Treatment?

Hi doctor, I have been diagnosed with an MRSA infection in my middle ear. The infection has been around for 9 months now, my GP originally thought it was a common infection and gave me some ciprofloxacin drops for about 5 months to no avail. I found an alternative opinion recently that did a swab test and foundit was MRSA. Since the eardrum hasn t healed in 9 months, he recommended some antibiotics followed by ear surgery. What would be your recommendations for treatment, is ear surgery necessary? Thank you, doctor. Lawrence

posted on Fri, 15 Jul 2016

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General & Family Physician, Dr. Saddiq Ulabidin's Response

Hi,

MRSA infection in the ear is a serious matter and if not treated appropriately it may damage your eardrums and thus hearing abilities. I would recommend you to get antibiotics followed by surgery as soon as possible.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Wishing you a speedy recovery.

Regards,
Dr. Saddiq Ulabidin, General & Family Physician

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Does MRSA Infection In The Ear Require Surgical Treatment?

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