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What Causes Severe Pain In Ears With Tiredness And Decreased Appetite?

I had strep about 2 weeks ago, along with a inner ear infection in my right ear. Its been hurting me more and more,and I have been on antibiotics,and 2 difft ear drops. I have tendreness in the back of my head going over towards my right ear. I am very tired and weak,and have been sleeping alot the last week. Im not eatting much either. Should I go back to the ER, cause Im not getting any better. Thanks so much. Tammy in Va.
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Hi Dear,

welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of severe pain in ears with tiredness and decreased appetite which is something you should be concerned about. Avoid touching or pricking ears with any sharp object and maintain complete hygiene. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for perfect diagnosis and treatment . Doctor may use pneumatic otoscopy for diagnosis of infection along with other tests like tympanometry, acoustic reflectometry or tympanocentesis. If infection will be there doctor may prescribe antibiotic course along with ear drops . For now take ibuprofen (if not allergic ) or paracetamol for pain and swelling.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Severe Pain In Ears With Tiredness And Decreased Appetite?

Hi Dear, welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of severe pain in ears with tiredness and decreased appetite which is something you should be concerned about. Avoid touching or pricking ears with any sharp object and maintain complete hygiene. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for perfect diagnosis and treatment . Doctor may use pneumatic otoscopy for diagnosis of infection along with other tests like tympanometry, acoustic reflectometry or tympanocentesis. If infection will be there doctor may prescribe antibiotic course along with ear drops . For now take ibuprofen (if not allergic ) or paracetamol for pain and swelling. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari