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    Sep 18, 2013, 01:33 AM
    Mastoiditis
    I was told I have mastoid it is 4 days ago. I have been on antibiotics and pain meds since. I have no relief and symptoms seem to get worse. What can I do to help alleviate the ear pain? Can I use a heating pad?
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    Sep 18, 2013, 01:57 AM
    You should leave a message for the DOCTOR!

    Did you have an MRI or CT scan? If not, that might be the next step, to see if it spread.
    If a heating pad helps with pain, it's OK to use.
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    Sep 18, 2013, 02:12 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by joypulv View Post
    You should leave a message for the DOCTOR!

    Did you have an MRI or CT scan? If not, that might be the next step, to see if it spread.
    If a heating pad helps with pain, it's OK to use.
    No I have not had a MRI or ct scan yet.
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    Sep 18, 2013, 02:14 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by thumper_66 View Post
    No I have not had a MRI or ct scan yet.
    I am really terrified of this and I have read a lot on this but nothing on how to help you at home.
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    Sep 18, 2013, 02:23 AM
    What country are you in?
    What pain meds?
    Are you keeping your whole head and neck warm with scarves and hats? (That's just for a little relief.)
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