PEDIATRICIAN IN NASHIK- Dr. Rushikesh Kute
An ear infection is one of the most basic diseases that children have to deal with. Most children underwent at least one ear infection by the time they are five years old. It is necessary to know the major symptoms of an ear infection, as well as when you should switch to a pediatrician for care.
An ear infection is not poisonous and normally it is not a cause for care, though, you need to observe your child’s indications to make sure problems are not getting worse or don’t approve seeing a doctor. In many instances, a child may catch an ear infection after they have had a cold.
Signs of an Ear Infection
Children who are old enough to talk will surely be able to let you know that they are undergoing an earache or pain; but, a baby or toddler won’t be able to tell you that they are undergoing an earache. Hence, signs that your baby might have an ear infection are:
- Expanded fussiness
- A fever
- Pulling at the ears
- Crying or anger, especially when lying down
- Having trouble hearing noises or not reacting to sounds
- Fluid draining from the ears
When should one wait out an infection and when should one call a pediatrician?
You should call your child’s doctor if they have an ear infection and they are also undergoing:
- A rash
- Vomiting
- Difficulty hearing
- Ear swelling
You should also adapt to a doctor for care if your child:
- Has an ear infection and they are under 6 months old
- Is in notable pain or still undergoes pain after two days of taking medicines
- Also has other serious health difficulties
How is an ear infection treated?
In most cases, an ear infection go off on its own. If the child isn’t in too much pain and if they don’t have a high fever your pediatrician may tell you to wait for several days to see if indications change. If signs persist or get worse then you should bring them back to the doctor’s clinic.
While antibiotics are not usually guided to treat an ear infection. They may be used if your child has a very high fever or they are in too much pain or if their ear infection hasn’t recovered within 48 hours. It’s relevant not to give your child any medicines without talking to your pediatrician.
