Tell-tale signs of sick ears

Otitis Media is the name that doctors use for middle ear infections and it’s generally associated with a build-up of fluid in the middle ear.

It is most common in babies and young children.

An older child may complain of an ear ache but what about young ones?

Signs and symptoms of Otitis Media include:

• Irritability
• Tugging on the ear
• Fever
• Not eating or drinking (as pictured)
• Pain - babies might cry and be harder to settles
• Colds, runny nose, coughs
• Child may not be hearing properly

Prevention is best

The best way to prevent Otitis Media occurring in children is to get their ears checked by the doctor during regular child health checks. This is because Otitis Media can often have no symptoms.

Read more about Otitis Media here. 

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