Some signs to watch for that may indicate your infant has an ear infection include:

• tugging/pulling on the problem ear
• fussing or crying for no apparent reason
• a fever, and/or
• slight hearing loss (this is due to the fluid build-up behind the ear drum and will most likely be temporary) which may look like:
  • not responding to soft sounds, appear to be inattentive, turning head to unaffected side, and/or
  • if they can talk it’s in a louder voice then normal.

If your child shows signs of an ear infection, please consult a Naturopathic physician or a healthcare provider.

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