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Ear Ache
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Ear aches, along with sore throats and headaches are among the most common childhood ailments, and could indicate a number of problems -- most of which are seldom serious.
One of the problems in dealing with childhood ear aches is detection. While pain of an ear ache ranging from a stabbing pain, to a dull throbbing is something most of us have experienced, it is often difficult to tell the cause of pain in children, particularly infants. If, for example, a baby is drying and the cause of his or her pain is not readily apparent, try gently pulling on the infant's earlobe. If the pain seems to increase, the infant could be suffering from an infection of the outer ear. A doctor should be consulted.
Plane flights an also be a source of ear discomfort for children -- sometimes causing a ringing sensation in the middle ear. Usually the pain will go away a short time after landing. If it persists, consult your physician. Ringing in the ears can also be caused by some medication. So, if your child complains of ringing and is taking some form of medication, consult your physician.
In all cases of ear ache, watch for any signs of a loss of hearing. If it seems to be occurring, see your doctor immediately.
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