How to manage your child’s ear infection (revised 2023)

Acute otitis media (or middle ear infections) are infections caused by viruses or bacteria and are very common in children. This video provides useful information for parents and families about symptoms, how to manage symptoms, and when to seek care for a child who has an ear infection.

With over 206,984 views, 1300+ likes, 73 comments on our original video (uploaded in 2019), we're excited to share this updated version that reflects the latest research. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to our channel for more informative healthcare content.

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This video was created through a collaboration between ECHO Research (University of Alberta), TREKK, and ARCHE (University of Alberta). Funding was provided by the Networks of Centres of Excellence and the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation through the Women and Children’s Health Research Institute. This video is subject to the Standard YouTube license and cannot be reproduced, modified, or distributed in any form without the expressed written consent of the creators.