Ear Infection Relief: Symptoms, Treatments & Children's Care

Symptoms, treatment options, and risk factors associated with ear infections vary significantly between infants with vomiting and adults with inner ear balance issues.

Effects of Ear Infection on the Brain

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Noreen Kassem

Ear infections, also called otitis media, can become severe and cause distress, particularly in infants and children. Infants are more susceptible to ear infections because their auditory canals are more horizontal compared to older children and adults, and this leads to trapped fluids in the ear.