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Symptoms Of Your Child's Ear Infection

Wondering if your child might be dealing with an ear infection?
While you will certainly know when you are dealing with an ear infection; unfortunately, kids, particularly newborns and toddlers, cannot tell you that they are experiencing ear pain. Ear infections are incredibly common in young children, with five out of six children experiencing at least one ear infection by the time they turn three years old. Know the warning signs and when to turn to your pediatrician for treatment.


They may have trouble sleeping It is not too surprising that with pressure building up in the middle ear due to bacteria your child may get fussy or even throw a tantrum about going to bed. Children with ear infections often toss, turn, and feel worse when they lie down. If your little one suddenly starts crying when they lie down this could be a sign of an ear infection.


They tug at their ears While a toddler will not be able to tell you that their ear hurts, they can show you. You may be able to discern whether your child could have an ear infection by whether they are tugging and pulling at their ears. Again, the pressure inside the ears can be incredibly uncomfortable and even painful, and children might fidget with their ears to minimize the discomfort.


They could have a fever If a child has a middle ear infection, commonly, they could also have a fever. If your child’s ear looks red, if they tug at their ear and seem fussier lately, and they have a fever over 100 degrees F then it is time to see a pediatrician.


Their ears might drain Another telltale sign of an ear infection in your little one is the presence of fluid or pus draining from the ear. If there is the presence of blood in the fluid this might be a sign of a ruptured eardrum. While the eardrum will heal on its own, it is still a good idea to see your pediatrician if pus or fluid is draining from your child’s ear.

If your child is displaying symptoms of an ear infection, it is important to be evaluated by a physician. Dr. Hausmann will be able to provide a comprehensive evaluation, dispense the proper medication, and discuss other ways to reduce your child’s risk of developing future infections. Dr. Hausmann, General Practitioner, located in Valley Stream, NY provides personalized and compassionate immediate care with no wait time.


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