8 days ago I had a fever of 101.6 along with flu-like symptoms that lasted 3 days. 6 days ago I woke up in excruciating pain in my ears,but temp had dropped to 99.9. My dr called in a Z-Pack and a refill on my inhaler(I have asthma). 6 days ago I starting having violent,spasmodic coughing spells that is helped by cough syrup and inhaler for about an hour then nothing. My fever still comes and goes and I m just wondering at what point should I go to the ER? Is there a possibility that I have bronchitis or pneumonia if my cough is not continuous?
You probably have an ear infection called Otis media. It causes fever with severe earache which is suddenly relieved when the tympanic membrane perforates. Otis media is preceded by an upper respiratory infection in many cases. In your case, I suggest that you see an ENT specialist. He would examine your ear canal with an horoscope for arriving at the diagnosis and recommend antibiotics for treatment.