Does My Baby Have an Ear Infection?
Channel: ERemedium
Date: 2018-11-21

Ear infections are common in kids, especially babies between ages 6 and 18 months. One reason may be simple anatomy. The tube that drains fluid from inside each ear is much shorter in children than in adults.
One study in Paediatrics found that 30 percent of upper respiratory infections in kids younger than age 3 led to an ear infection. Other factors, such as being around smokers, can raise the risk for ear infection.
How do I know if my baby has an ear infection?
- Young ones may cry and tug at their ears. They’ll seem irritable and won’t feel like eating or sleeping. They also may have a fever.
Watch this video to know all about Ear Infection in Babies..
***************************************************************************
MEDICAL ANIMATION TRANSCRIPT:  

Ear infection in babies
If your baby is fussy, cries more than usual,and tugs at their ear, they may have an ear infection.

Symptoms
Baby pulls, grabs or tugs at his ears. This could mean that the baby is in pain.
Diarrhea or vomiting: The same virus can cause a gastric problem
Reduced Appetite: Chewing and swallowing can cause pain.
Fluid drainage from the ear: It means that a hole has formed in the eardrum.
Unpleasant smell: A foul odour may come from the ear.
Difficulty in sleeping: Sleeping can make the infected ear hurt.
fever

Causes
Bacteria or virus : Fluid builds up behind the eardrum and gets infected.
Cold, sinus infections and allergies: Cause the eustachian tube ( draining the fluid ) to get blocked.
Using a  pacifier

Prevention 
The best way to reduce the spread of germs is toi wash your hands ( and your child’s hands)
Keep your baby’s vaccination up to date.
Breastfeed your baby for at least six months.
Mothers transfer certain immune-building antibodies to their babies through breast milk.
Keep your baby away from tobacco smoke.
Tobacco smoke seems to suppress the immune system, making it more difficult for your baby to fight off infection.
***************************************************************************
*TimeStamps*
0:00 Introduction of  Ear infection in babies
0:21 Symptoms
1;26 Causes
1:59 Prevention 
***************************************************************************
Follow us on:
* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eremedium
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eremedium/
* Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/13197441/
***************************************************************************
Disclaimer: Eremedium videos are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice or as a substitute for consulting a physician. It is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment from a healthcare professional.

#earinfections #earinfection #earinfectioninbabies