What Is an Ear Infection?
4. Symptoms
The symptoms of an ear infection will usually develop suddenly. Perhaps the most typical symptom is pain in the ear and there may also be a discharge. The patient’s hearing can be affected, while the patient can also develop problems with their balance.
Ear infections are relatively common in young children. The symptoms to look out for include sleeplessness, irritability, crying more than usual, and tugging at their ear. The patient can also lose their appetite, and they may also not respond to sound as well as they usually would. The patient is also likely to have a fever, which can be higher than 38 C.
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