Is otitis media normal in children?

summary

Middle ear infection, also known as otitis media, is an inflammatory disease that affects all or part of the structure of the middle ear (including eustachian tube, tympanic chamber, tympanic sinus and mastoid air chamber). It can be divided into non suppurative and suppurative. Let me share with you children's otitis media normal?.

Is otitis media normal in children?

First, ear inflammation is often caused by a cold or other respiratory tract infection. Almost all children develop inflammation in at least one ear before the age of seven. Most otitis media is caused by bacteria. But viruses can also cause inflammation of the middle ear. Respiratory syncytial virus and influenza virus are the two main viruses causing otitis media.

Second: middle ear infections are very common in children. Because children's eustachian tubes are short, they are more likely to clog than teenagers and adults. When the eustachian tube is blocked, the liquid accumulates, creating conditions for bacteria to reproduce. After the formation of pus, the body will try to fight infection. As more and more pus accumulates, it will impact the eardrum, cause pain, and sometimes even temporary hearing loss.

Third: fever generally lasts 1 to 2 days. In most children, mild pain can last up to four days, and in some children it can last up to nine days.

matters needing attention

(1) Babies under two years old, because it's very dangerous to wait for treatment at this age of infection. When a baby is learning to speak, normal hearing is very important. Children with infections in both ears or with high fever（ 2) Patients with severe infections, such as your child, may be dehydrated（ 3) People with other health problems, such as cleft lip or recurrent infections, can make ear infections worse（ 4) Children with cochlear implants and hearing aids have a higher risk of severe infection.