Ear Infection

- Alternate name: Otitis
- In most cases goes away on its own in a few days
- Treatments: Antibiotics, pain relievers
- Most common type: Middle ear infectionNIDCD: Otitis Media (Ear Infection)
- Swimmer's ear: Outer ear infection
- Labyrinthitis: Inner ear infection
- Most often occur during winter or early springAAO-HNS: Ear Infections and Earache

An ear infection is an infection or inflammation of the ear caused by bacteria or viruses.
Ear infections are one of the most common illnesses in babies and children; the tubes in their ears are smaller and get blocked more easily with fluid and mucus.KidsHealth: What Is an Ear Infection?
United States Statistics
- Estimated cost: $5 billion per yearNIDCD: Otitis Media (Ear Infection)
- Incidence: 75% of children by age 3NIDCD: Otitis Media (Ear Infection)
Symptoms
- Fluid in ears
- Fever
- Pain
- Headaches
- Trouble sleeping
- Hearing problems
Disclaimer

The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have an ear infection, please consult your doctor.

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how do you fix an ear infection without going to the doctor? 1 Answer

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Ear Infection Discussion and Blogs
- Gizmodo: Gadgets: Is it an Ear Infection? (March 14, 2007)

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