Otitis media is a middle ear infection caused by a backup of fluid behind the eardrum. Learn the causes, symptoms, prevention and treatment of otitis media.
Mastoiditis is an infection caused by bacteria within the bone behind the ear. Learn more about what causes mastoiditis and find out how it is diagnosed and treated.
An earache can develop because of an infection, impacted earwax or an injury. Learn how to treat an earache at home and when to see a doctor.
Information about middle ear effusion, a build-up of fluid in the space behind your child's eardrum. Learn about the common symptoms and treatments for this problem.
Learn how to identify, treat and prevent otitis externa, an infection of the ear canal.
Discusses pain management for common childhood pain and injuries such as ear infections, colic, and injections.
Your child's doctor prescribed a medicine called Ciprodex ear drops to prevent and treat your child's ear infection. This information sheet explains what Ciprodex is, how to give it, and its possible side effects.
A new ear piercing can easily become infected. Find out how to properly care for your child's new piercing.
A mastoidectomy is surgery to remove a part of the bone behind a child's ear. Learn about what to expect during the operation and follow up treatment.
A myringotomy is a surgical procedure in which tiny soft tubes are placed in a child's ear to drain fluid. Learn how to care for a myringotomy at home.
As your child enters the pre-teen years, they have more opportunities to express their independence. Find out how to support their mental health, prepare for puberty and handle influences from the media.
Learn how to safely clean your child's ears.
Cyberbullying happens through the internet, texting or social media. Learn about what it looks like and what you can do for your child.
A cochlear implant is an electronic device that helps your child hear better. Learn what is involved in cochlear implant surgery.
Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) is a rare inherited disease that can cause recurring lung, ear and sinus infections. Find out how the condition is caused and treated and the long-term outlook for children with PCD.
Find information about common problems such as ear infections, strep throat, croup and nosebleeds. Also learn about cochlear implants, choanal atresia, adenoid surgery and tonsillectomy.
Read about tips and tricks for finding a primary health-care provider on your own.
Learn how to correctly take your child's temperature when they have a fever, depending on their age, and which methods to avoid.
Invasive group A streptococcal disease (iGAS) is a serious infection that occurs when bacteria called group A beta-hemolytic streptococci (GAS) spread to different organs in the body.
Babies born with a cleft palate often have a conductive hearing loss.
Cyberbullying is a type of bullying that uses the internet, texting and social media. Learn what cyberbullying looks like and what to do about it.
Measles is an infection caused by a highly contagious virus. Learn the symptoms and causes of measles and how it can be prevented.
Periorbital and orbital cellulitis are infections around the eye. Learn about what causes these infections, how they differ and how they are treated.
Read about tips and tricks for finding a primary health-care provider for your family.
Congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) occurs when a fetus is infected with a virus called cytomegalovirus. Learn more about how cCMV happens, the signs and symptoms of cCMV and how it is diagnosed and treated.
