We have all suffered because of this, mostly when we were young and even as adults, though it is not as common among adults as in children. Some actually heal on their own, some need medication to avoid future complications that might result in severe issues like hearing loss. An ear infection (also known as otitis media) is an infection of the middle ear which involves both the eardrum itself and the space immediately behind it. This space, known as the middle ear cavity, becomes filled with fluid during an ear infection.

Ear infections may develop when the eustachian tube does not open and close properly, allowing germ-laden fluids from the throat, along with secretions produced in the nose, to back up into the middle ear and not drain out. Colds and allergies may produce inflammation in the area and can be another cause for the eustachian tube to not function properly. There are several risk factors for infant ear infection. Some of the more common include colds, flus and allergies which may be picked up by a child during daycare and pre school facilities which can then lead to ear infection developing, recurrent infection and changes in climate.

Babies cannot tell you they are in pain and crying more than usual should alert you that all is not well. Other baby ear infection symptoms may be grumpiness, refusal to eat and the big tell tale sign, a fever. It is good to keep in mind that an ear infection is likely to appear after a cold. Otitis externa is also known as swimmers ear. This type of infection affects the outer ear and/or the ear canal. It is very common and usually caused by germ found in contaminated water. Bacteria is one of the causes of an ear infection. Fluid, if it's trapped in the eardrum builds up and becomes infected. Normally, fluids escape if it's present in the ear through the body's internal tubes. If you see bright red or pink in the areas surrounding the ear drum, you can be sure that you have the dreaded ear infection. If you just see a few capillaries, this is normal and does not indicate an infection.

Garlic is great for ear infections. Some of my elderly patients swear by peeling a clove of garlic, wrapping it in gauze and placing it in the affected ear overnight. You can put some olive oil in the ear first to prevent any skin irritation. Inflammation is characterized by pain, heat, redness and swelling. There is also a reduction in function of the affected area. In some people, complete healing from an infection never occurs, and chronic inflammation sets in. In children, the eustachian tube is shorter and less slanted than in adults and is thus more susceptible to bacterial and viral infection. Since it often occurs when excess water enters the ear canal, a common name for this inflammation is "swimmer's ear." If you have had swimmer's ear in the past, you have a higher risk of having it again.

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