From Crying To Calm: Remedies For Ear Infections In Babies

Resumen

Ear infections, scientifically known as otitis media (OM), are common in children under 5 years old.
Children are more prone to ear infections due to the anatomy of their ears and developing immune systems.
Symptoms include sobbing, tantrums, poor sleep, ear-touching or pulling, fidgeting with ears, reduced responsiveness to happy sounds, mild fever, and fluid discharge from the ears.
Doctors diagnose ear infections by considering the child's medical history, recent illnesses, and symptoms. Severity and cause determine treatment. Antibiotics are common for bacterial infections, and painkillers may be used to alleviate discomfort.