1.Ear Infection
This sends more kids to the doctor than any other ailment. If your child can’t talk yet, watch to see if he tugs his ears, if fluid drains from them, if he has problems with balance, acts fussy, or has trouble hearing. Children get these infections more often than adults in part because of the angle of a canal called the eustachian tube that connects the middle ear to the back of the throat. That angle changes as you become an adult.
2.Swimmer’s Ear
This infection can be caused by moisture or scratches — sometimes from headphones or hearing aids — that let bacteria grow in your ear. It might itch or hurt, and some fluid might drain out. Call your doctor if you notice any of these symptoms. Ear drops can clear it up, but the problem could become serious if you don’t get it treated.
