Ear infections and glue ear in children
Up to date advice and guidance for parents worried about children's ear infections and not sure where to turn.
Around 200,000* children suffer from repeated ear infections or glue ear each year in the UK [* NICE report 2008 on Surgical Management of OME in children]. Whilst the majority of ear infections clear up naturally, there is a danger that potentially more serious cases are being overlooked and, whilst rare, the bacteria that cause ear infections can lead to complications such as pneumonia and meningitis. Where the conditions cause hearing loss because the middle ear becomes filled with fluid, younger children in particular can have problems with language development and speech.
The leaflet is full of practical tips and guidance and contains the latest medical thinking on these conditions, describing the range of possible symptoms, current treatments and ways in which parents can support their child and prevent further problems.
With good knowledge, parents can do much to help their child. “Part of the problem is that parents lack knowledge about what to do if their child has recurring or persistent ear problems. It is important parents should be aware that antibiotics only help a small proportion of children with ear infections, and are not recommended at all in the treatment of glue ear.” says Vivienne Michael, chief executive of Deafness Research UK.
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