Ear infection is also called acute otitis media. It is an infection of the middle ear, the air-filled space behind the eardrum that contains the tiny vibrating bones of the ear.
Children are much more likely to get ear infections than adults. The symptoms include ear pain, tugging or pulling at an ear, trouble hearing or responding to sounds, Loss of balance and appetite, fever, headache and drainage of fluid from the ear.
Ear infection treatment usually begins with managing pain and monitoring the problem, since the infections often clear up on their own. Some people are prone to having multiple ear infections. This can cause hearing problems and other serious complications. It’s recommended to get a diagnosis and treatment from the professionals.
Click here to book an appointment with us for your or your children’s ear infection problems.