Ear Infections - Dearborn Pediatrics - Pediatric Medicine
Dearborn Pediatrics

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Call us at (313) 730-0070

PARENTS: Face masks are now optional.

Well child visit appointments can now come directly into the office and check in at the front desk. At this time we are asking all sick visit appointments to continue checking in from the parking lot.

You do not need an appointment but would still need to call from the parking lot when you arrive for this nurse visit.

Ear Infection

Ear Infections

Ear infections are common in the pediatric population. Symptoms of an ear infection could include fever, irritability and decreased appetite. The fact that your child pulls on their ear does NOT indicate that they have an ear infection. Most ear infections are caused by bacteria and will respond to antibiotics. Ear infections only occur after symptoms of nasal congestion.

In children over the age of 2 years without pain or fever, ear infections can be watched for up to 72 hours as they may resolve on their own without antibiotic treatment.

Tylenol or Motrin may be used to control the pain.

Children under the age of 2 are usually treated with antibiotics. The decision to use antibiotics is individual to each child and needs to be discussed with your pediatrician. If you have any questions, please reach out to us and we’ll be happy to answer your questions or schedule an appointment.