Otitis, also known as ear pain, is an inflammation of the ear.
There are 3 kinds of Otitis:
The first otitis is the external, which includes infection of the ear canal and the outer ear and hurts when the ear is touched or pulled.
The second Otitis is the Otitis media which is very common in kids. It includes the middle ear, this kind makes fluid clog behind the ear drum and can sometimes be severe and then a surgery is needed. The surgery is a tube insertion surgery or myringotomy.
The third Otitis is the inner Otitis, which is responsible for the body's balance and hearing. The inflammation causes Vertigo, which is a kind of dizziness.
It is very important to know where the pain source is. The pain can be caused because of jaw pain, throat inflammation, and from theear itself.
Do not clean the ears with any instruments - Use your finger!
When cleaning the ears with your finger you can't hurt the inner parts of the ear, and whatever comes out is enough.
When using q-tips the person might hurt the drumhead and maybe tear it and can also clog the wax and cause a cork, which can also be taken out at the doctor's office.
The otitis infection is caused by germs and viruses.
Therefore if the patient suffers from snuffles and mucus he might get also ear infection.
Otitis media is the kind of Otitis which is the most common in kids.
Usually the Otitis media recovers on its own with no special treatment, therefore it is important to take the patient to a doctor for observation so he can determine if there is any change in the first days.
If there is no change an antibiotic treatment is needed.
There are also good options on the market to relief the pain and natural treatments. It is very important to consult the doctor before starting any treatment, especially when the patient is a child or a baby.
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