What is
Ear Infection
A middle ear infection happens when the middle ear becomes inflamed, usually from a virus or bacteria following a cold. It's more common in children but can affect adults too.
Common symptoms
Ear pain or a feeling of fullness
Fever or irritability
Muffled or reduced hearing
Fluid drainage from the ear
Trouble sleeping
How your visit works
You'll complete a short online assessment describing your symptoms and health history. A licensed medical provider reviews it — usually within the hour — and determines the safest, most appropriate treatment. If a prescription is appropriate, it's sent directly to your pharmacy.
When to seek in-person or emergency care instead
Seek immediate care for severe ear pain with high fever, swelling behind the ear, facial drooping, stiff neck, or persistent vomiting — these can indicate a more serious complication.
What happens next
Quick assessment: about 10 minutes, from your phone or computer.
1
Provider review: a licensed medical provider evaluates your case, usually within the hour.
2
Treatment plan: sent to your pharmacy if a prescription is appropriate, in two hours or less.
3
No insurance needed
HIPAA compliant, confidential
Full refund if we can't treat you
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