An ear infection occurs when any of
the chambers of the ear are affected by a bacterial or viral infection. It
results in ear pain due to the swelling and fluid that accumulates. Usually,
outer ear and middle ear infections are more common compared to inner ear
infections. Ear infections can be chronic or acute. Acute ear infections are
painful but short in duration. In general, children are more prone to infection
in the middle ear than adults. Ear infection happens when there is fluid
buildup in your middle ear due to any of the following:
Excess mucus
Allergies
Smoking
Infected or inflamed adenoids
Changes in air pressure
Severe colds
Sinus infections
What are the symptoms of ear
infections?
The prominent symptoms of ear
infections include:
Fluid drainage from the ears
Problems with hearing, Fever
A feeling of pressure inside the ear
Loss of balance
Discomfort in the ear
Severe headaches
Irritability
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