<s>[INST] When should you see a doctor for an ear infection? [/INST] You don’t want to ignore an ear infection. Left untreated, an ear infection can lead to permanent hearing loss. Children with chronic ear infections can also lag in developmental milestones, such as walking and talking.

Visit an urgent care center right away if:

Your baby is less than three months old and has a fever (above 102° F for older children)
Your ear pain is severe
Fluid is draining from your ear
You experience changes in your hearing
The infection does not respond to treatment after a few days Source: VYBE CARE. Link: https://www.vybe.care/blog/ear-infections-9-commonly-asked-questions/. Field: Otolaryngology. Disease: Ear Infection </s>