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Ear infection: its causes, effects and treatment

Ear infections involve inflammation, usually from bacteria or viruses.<br>The impact is significant. CDC reports 5 out of 6 children experience ear infections before their third birthday.

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Ear infection: its causes, effects and treatment

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  1. Understanding Ear Infections Ear infections involve inflammation, usually from bacteria or viruses. The impact is significant. CDC reports 5 out of 6 children experience ear infections before their third birthday. by Ben Taylor B

  2. Types of Ear Infections Outer Ear (Swimmer's Ear) Middle Ear Infection Inner Ear Infection Infection of ear canal skin from moisture or scratches. Most common type, especially in children. Less common but can affect balance and hearing. 98% of cases are bacterial or fungal. 75% of kids under 5 experience this infection. Usually viral, rarely bacterial.

  3. Symptoms and Causes Common Symptoms Common Causes Ear pain (otalgia) Bacterial infections (30-40% of cases) Fever (>100.4°F) Viral infections (up to 70% of cases) Drainage from ear Eustachian tube dysfunction Hearing difficulties Swelling from allergies or colds Irritability in children Child pulling at ear

  4. Risk Factors & Affected Age Exposure Infants and young children due to shorter Daycare increases risk 2-3 times. Smoking and pacifiers also increase risk. Eustachian tubes. Seasonal Genetics More common during winter/spring. Peak between December and March. Family history plays a significant role in susceptibility.

  5. Diagnosis Physical Exam Doctor examines ear canal and eardrum with an otoscope. Looks for redness, swelling, fluid, and bulging eardrum. Tympanometry Measures eardrum movement to detect fluid. A flat line indicates fluid presence. Pneumatic Otoscopy Assesses eardrum mobility with an air puff. Reduced mobility suggests fluid behind eardrum.

  6. Treatment Options: Prescription Antibiotics Pain Relief Amoxicillin (first-line) Prescription-strength ibuprofen Augmentin for resistant infections Prescription-strength acetaminophen Resolves 80-90% of bacterial cases Based on weight and severity Ear Tubes For recurrent infections Reduces infection rate by 50-80% Drains fluid and equalizes pressure

  7. Treatment Options: Over-the- Counter (OTC) Here are some of the ear infection medicine and the work they do Pain Relief Ibuprofen and acetaminophen reduce pain but don't treat infection. Ear Drops Auralgan provides temporary pain relief. Only for intact eardrums. Warm Compresses Soothe ear pain. Apply gently to the outside of the ear. Caution Consult doctor before using OTC medications in children under 6 months.

  8. Prevention Vaccinations Flu and pneumococcal vaccines reduce infection risk Hygiene Frequent handwashing and avoiding smoke exposure Feeding Practices Breastfeeding reduces risk by 23% Proper Drying Dry ears thoroughly after swimming or bathing

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