Ccommon problem in infancy is otitis media and Ear infections…

Is you baby irritable? Does he look drawn? Is he rubbing his ears? He could have an ear infection. Otitis (ear infection) is one of the most common illnesses of infancy. In most cases it will be a middle-ear infection (otitis media). With a quick look into the auditory canal, your doctor will be able to make a diagnosis.

If fluid “stagnates” in the ear, this is known as secretory or serous otitis, which is a very common condition. Characterised by obstruction of the Eustachian tube, serous otitis is generally bacterial in origin. It is most often the result of a cold (rhinopharyngitis), however there are other risk factors such as attending a crèche … and passive smoking – especially in cases where the child’s parents smoke, for example.

Management of the condition naturally depends on removing the risk factors. And as far as treatment is concerned, antibiotics are often prescribed. Always remember that it is important to complete a course of antibiotics, even if the symptoms or pain disappear after a few days. Oral and/or local corticosteroids administered via nasal sprays may also be used.

Don’t hesitate to go and see your doctor, especially if your baby has recurring ear infections. He will be able to offer you reassurance and remind you that such infections generally disappear once the immune system is fully developed, which is around the age of 4 to 5.

About 75% of children up to age four suffer from earache caused by the accumulation of liquids and air in the middle ear. Swimmers, divers and air travelers also suffer from the same problem. The EARDOC is an efficient & proved non-invasive device that reduces the ear pain by treating the problem rather than the symptom. The eardoc significantly reduces the need for ear tube surgery (Myringotomy) by naturally opening the closed Ear tube and drying the trapped fluids.