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?
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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.
Ear Infection Discussion and Blogs
- Gizmodo: Gadgets: Is it an Ear Infection? (March 14, 2007)
How do I open a blocked ear
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What will help an ear infection?(1 Answer)
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Hi and thank you for your question. An ear infection in the middle ear can be a seriously painful illness that is often accompanied by fever, chills and ...
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Fast Facts
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Alternate name
Otitis
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Fact:
In most cases goes away on its own in a few days
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Treatments
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Most common type
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Swimmer's ear
Outer ear infection
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Labyrinthitis
Inner ear infection
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Fact:
Most often occur during winter or early springAAO-HNS: Ear Infections and Earache
