What Are the Pros and Cons of Antibiotics for Ear Infections?
Antibiotics for ear infections can help clear up an ear infection and reduce the risk of complications, but there are some cons to consider when deciding if antibiotics are appropriate. The standard of care for ear infections generally recommends no antibiotics and a watchful waiting approach except in some specific cases, as many ear infections clear up without medical intervention. Patients can discuss treatment options with a general physician or ear, nose, and throat doctor and people with a history of recurrent infections may want to explore more aggressive treatments.
