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Can Azithromycin cure ..ear infection lasting for more than 7days? I have taken Azithromycin for 7days since I thought it was due to normal cold but now it's not healing what to do?
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What are your ear symptoms ?? Azithromycin will not work for local ear infection if it is due to cold or nasal pathology yes..it can work. Requies details history for better understanding and treatment
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History regarding ur case is not clear. U shud hav mentioned whethr u hav ear ache or ear discharge. Some ear infections may be due to cold but just azithromycin may not sufficient. Adviced to take online consultation for detailed evaluation and managemnt of ur health isuue.
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