Insparenting

Do you know what an ear infection is? It is one of the most common childhood illnesses. Some children may have this problem before they reach the age of 2 or 3.

Ear infection is actually a middle ear infection, or, also known as otitis media (the inflammation of the middle ear).

How can you help your child from getting an ear infection?
- tell your child to always be clean by washing his/her hands frequently
- tell your child to stay away from persons who have colds

What are the symptoms of ear infection?
- ear pain
- fever
- unusual irritability
- hearing problem
- sleeping problem
- having fluid coming out from the ears

What should you do if your child gets an ear infection?
- wait and see for 1 or 2 days
- relieve your child’s pain by giving a pain reliever, such as acetaminophen
- if it does not recover in 2 days, it’s better to look for a medical examination
- if the cause of the infection is bacteria, the doctor may give your child an antibiotic

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