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… tube) connects your ear to your throat. A cold can cause this tube to swell, blocking it … are recommended for children under 6 months old and for children at high risk for … follow up if they are younger than 6 months old or if their infection is severe. Minor …
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… Overview If a child has repeat ear infections (three or more ear infections in a 6-month period or four in …
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… Overview Complications from ear infections are rare. But some problems that … Related Information Ear Infections Tympanocentesis for Ear Infections Credits …
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… antihistamines, and other over-the-counter cold medicines usually don't help treat or … ears feel plugged. Fluid can build up when a cold, allergy, or some other problem causes the … decisions. My little boy, Mateo, is 5 years old. He has only had two ear infections, but …
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… you can talk to your doctor about them. Ear Infection: Should I Give My Child Antibiotics? … facts Your options Wait and see if the ear infection clears up on its own. Give your … for children 6 months and older. Most ear infections clear up on their own. Antibiotics …
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… from the middle ear and restore hearing. Prevent future buildup of fluid in the middle … in the ears for 6 to 18 months. They often fall out on their own. After the tubes are … The tube may slip out of place, possibly falling into the middle ear. This is rare. …
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… Rhinitis Anosmia Bad or Changed Breath Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) Blocked Eustachian …
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… painful inflammation and infection of the ear canal . It causes the ear canal to look red and swollen. The ear canal may be narrower than normal and is …
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… 106 What are Group A streptococcal infections? Group A Streptococcus bacteria, … GAS or strep, can infect anyone at any age. Infections generally result in mild illnesses. … is strep throat. Other types of common infections include skin and wound infections, …
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… other symptoms. High: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral High fever: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral Moderate: 38°C (100.4°F) to 39.9°C (103.9°F), oral Moderate fever: 38°C (100.4°F) to 39.9°C …
