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Colds, Flu & Respiratory

Earache & Ear Infection Treatment

Same-day ear exams and treatment for earaches and ear infections — children and adults, all three Roanoke Valley clinics, no appointment needed.

Overview

What it is

Ear pain has a handful of common causes: middle ear infections behind the eardrum, outer ear infections from water or cotton swabs, pressure changes from colds and allergies, and referred pain from a sore throat or teeth. Children get middle ear infections more than anyone because their eustachian tubes are small and horizontal, which is why earaches spike during cold and flu season in families with young kids.

Symptoms

Common symptoms

Ear pain or a deep, throbbing ache
Feeling of fullness or pressure in the ear
Muffled hearing or ringing
Drainage or fluid from the ear
Fever, fussiness, or tugging at the ear in young children
Itching or pain when touching the outer ear (outer ear infections)

Ready to be seen today?

No appointment needed at any of our three clinics. Call ahead if you have questions — we will tell you honestly whether to walk in, see your primary care provider, or go to an emergency department.

Ready when you are

Not sure if we can help?

Call the clinic nearest you — our staff will tell you honestly whether to walk in, see your primary care provider, or go to an emergency department.