Severe ear pain in a toddler can be problematic as your child might not be able to bear the pain anymore. They can become fussy and lose their appetite too. Treating earache as soon as possible is necessary, and if the symptoms are prolonged, the case can become severe. There are symptoms if prolonged means you need to call the doctor right away and include: - Fever lasting for more than two days on antibiotics - Ear pain becomes so severe that your toddler won't stop crying - Ear pain lasts more than three days on antibiotics - Ear discharge isn't better after three days on antibiotics