Ear Problems and Injuries, Age 12 and Older
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Do you have drainage from your ear that you do not think is earwax?
See significance of drainage if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
Note: Do not insert anything (such as water, eardrops, or cotton swabs) into the ear unless instructed to do so by your doctor.
Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
Yes Do you have pus or white, yellow, or bloody fluid draining from your ear?
Yes Do you have bad-smelling fluid draining from your ear?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: February 13, 2008 |
| Medical Review: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine Donald R. Mintz, MD - Otolaryngology | |
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