EARACHE

Symptoms | When to call | Homecare Advice

Symptom Definition

• Pain or discomfort in or around the ear.
• Child reports an earache.
• Younger child acts like he did with previous ear infection (e.g., crying or fussy).

Causes

• Usually due to an ear infection.

See More Appropriate Topic (instead of this one) If

• Ear congestion but no pain, see EAR CONGESTION.
• Due to airplane or mountain travel, see EAR CONGESTION
• Ear discomfort follows lots of swimming, see EAR, SWIMMER'S.

Disclaimer: This information is not intended be a substitute for professional medical advice. It is provided for educational purposes only. You assume full responsibility for how you choose to use this information.

Pediatric SelfCareNavigator. Copyright © 2000-2004 Barton Schmitt, M.D. FAAP

Reviewed 8/2004

Revised 8/2003

See Other Topics:

• Ear Congestion
• Ear, Swimmer's

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