{"id":1609,"date":"2020-11-25T22:38:26","date_gmt":"2020-11-25T22:38:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/indianahearingspecialists.com\/?p=1609"},"modified":"2020-11-25T22:38:26","modified_gmt":"2020-11-25T22:38:26","slug":"signs-your-child-needs-ear-tubes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/indianahearingspecialists.com\/signs-your-child-needs-ear-tubes\/","title":{"rendered":"Signs Your Child Needs Ear Tubes"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ear infections are a common childhood ailment; five out of every six children will have at least one ear infection before they turn three. For most of these children, their infection will resolve on its own or with the use of antibiotics. But for some, additional treatment in the form of ear tubes<\/a> may be needed. Understanding the signs of when your child needs ear tubes can help prevent permanent damage.<\/p>\n

What Is an Ear Infection?\"Children<\/h2>\n

An ear infection occurs when the middle ear becomes inflamed and fluid begins to build up behind the eardrum. Bacteria is the most common cause of this inflammation. Either the bacteria can travel from an upper respiratory infection or a sore throat to the ear, or a viral infection can create a hospitable environment for bacteria to grow.<\/p>\n

When fluid builds up behind the eardrum, this can cause:<\/p>\n