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Ear infection common for small pikin, especially after cold.

E fit cause pain and fever.

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Wetin Fit Cause Am?

• Cold
• Throat infection
• Blocked nose

Fluid fit gather inside ear and cause infection.

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Signs to Watch

• Pikin dey pull ear
• Cry plenty
• Fever
• No sleep well
• No wan chop

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When to See Doctor

• Fever high
• Pain strong
• Ear dey bring out fluid
• Pikin no hear well

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Emergency Signs

• Swelling behind ear
• Pikin weak well well
• Neck stiff

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Final Advice

Ear infection common but make doctor check am early.

No put anything inside ear.

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Medical References

• World Health Organization – Ear and Hearing Guidelines
• CDC – Ear Infection Information
• American Academy of Pediatrics – Otitis Media Guidelines

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Medical Disclaimer

This article na for education purpose only. E no replace medical advice from qualified health professional. Always talk to doctor or trained health worker about your health concerns.