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Can I Prevent Ear Infections When My Child Swims?
Swimmer's ear is common in kids who spend a lot of time in the water. Here are ways to help prevent outer ear infections.
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Swimmer’s Ear (Otitis Externa)
Swimmer's ear is an infection of the ear canal caused by many types of bacteria or fungi. Find out how to prevent it.
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Middle Ear Infections (Otitis Media)
Ear infections are common among kids and, often, painful. Find out what causes them and how they're treated.
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A to Z: Otitis Media (Ear Infection)
Learn more about otitis media, an infection of the middle ear.
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Flying and Your Child’s Ears
That weird ear-popping sensation is a normal part of air travel. Here's how to help equalize the air pressure in your child's ears to prevent or decrease ear pain.
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Ear Tube Surgery
Many kids get middle ear infections (otitis media). Doctors may suggest ear tube surgery for those with multiple infections or a hearing loss or speech delay.
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Ears
Hearing may be the ears' main job, but it's not all they do. Learn all about the ears in this Body Basics article.
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How to Give Your Child Ear Drops
Tips for parents on getting drops into a child's ear.