Ear Infections
Quick and convenient care for ear infections
Does the inside of your ear ache? Are you having trouble hearing clearly? You may have an ear infection. WellNow Urgent Care provides quick and convenient care for any stubborn, painful ear infections that may come your way.
What is an ear infection?
An ear infection consists of inflammation in the middle ear. Though frequently associated with young children and infants, ear infections are also common in adults. In fact, they are a typical side effect of the common cold and flu.
If you suspect your child has an ear infection, you should be on the lookout for signs such as:
Tugging at the ear
Crying and discomfort when lying down
Decreased appetite
Ear drainage
Fever
Poor sleep and irritability
Symptoms of ear infections in adults include:
A sense of fullness inside of the ear
Ear drainage
Muffled or diminished hearing
Nausea
Sharp, sudden or continuous earache
When should you visit us?
If you are experiencing any of the symptoms of an ear infection listed below, check in online or walk in to a WellNow location nearest you.
If you are experiencing an emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.