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**What Are the Signs of Ear Infection?**



An ear infection, also known as otitis media, is a common condition that affects the middle ear. It can ‍cause pain, hearing loss, and other symptoms. The signs of an ear infection can vary ⁤depending on the age of the person and the severity of the infection.



**In infants and toddlers, the signs of an ear infection may include:**



* Fever

* Irritability

* Crying

* Tugging at the ears

* Difficulty sleeping

* Loss‌ of appetite

* Diarrhea



**In older children and adults, the signs​ of an ear infection ⁣may include:**



* Ear pain

* Hearing loss

* Ear drainage

* Tinnitus

* Dizziness

* Headache



**If you think you or your child may have an ear infection, ‍it​ is important to see⁣ a doctor right away. Ear infections can be treated with antibiotics. However, if⁢ the infection is not treated, it can lead to serious⁢ complications, such as hearing loss, meningitis, and mastoiditis.**



**Here are some tips⁣ for preventing ear infections:**



* Wash your ​hands frequently.

* Avoid exposure to secondhand smoke.

* Get vaccinated against the flu and‍ pneumonia.

* Don’t give your​ child a ‌bottle in bed.

* If your child has a cold, keep their⁤ nose clear to help ⁣prevent ‍fluid from building up in the ears.



**If your child has a perforated eardrum,** a condition in which the eardrum is torn, avoid ‍introducing any liquid or ear drops into the ear​ to prevent further damage. Symptoms of a perforated eardrum may⁤ include:



*‌ Sudden and severe ear pain

* Discharge of ‌fluid from the ear

* Tinnitus

*⁣ Hearing loss

* Difficulty balancing



**Ear infections are ​a common childhood illness.** However, they can be prevented and treated. If you think you or your child may have an⁢ ear infection, see a doctor right⁢ away.