Urgent Care for Ear Infections in Tulsa, OK
Ear infections affect not only children, but also adults. If you or your child is experiencing ear pain, congestion, or fluid drainage, Charter Clinic is equipped to diagnose and treat common ear infections. Depending on the type of ear infection, treatment could involve pain relief or an antibiotic prescription for bacterial causes.
Ear Infection Symptoms & Treatment
Immediate care for ear pain and infections.
Common Ear Infection Symptoms
- Ear pain or pressure
- Fluid or drainage from the ear
- Congestion or a feeling of fullness
- Muffled or decreased hearing
- Fever
- Irritability or trouble sleeping in children
- Dizziness or balance problems
How Do You Treat Ear Infections?
Treatment depends on the type and cause of the infection. Some ear infections improve with time and pain relief, while bacterial infections may require antibiotics. Your provider at Charter Clinic will examine your ear and determine what treatment is appropriate.
Are ear infections contagious?
Ear infections aren’t contagious, but the germs that cause them are. Many types of bacteria and viruses can lead to ear infections, including ones that cause colds and the flu.
The most common bacteria that cause ear infections are:
- Streptococcus pneumoniae
- Haemophilus influenzae
- Moraxella catarrhalis
When To Go To Urgent Care For An Ear Infection:
- Symptoms that last for more than 2 to 3 days
- Symptoms in a child younger than 6 months old
- Symptoms that are getting worse
- Fluid, pus or blood from the ear
- Hearing loss
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