When to Use EarCheck®
Use EarCheck® Middle Ear Monitor if your child:
- Shows signs of an ear infection
- Is being treated for an ear infection
- Has a cold
- Suffers from frequent ear infections
NOTE: EarCheck® should NOT be used on children under 6 months of age, or on those who have ear tubes (ventilation tubes), water in the outer ear (i.e., swimmer's ear), known perforation or rupture of the eardrum, excessive cerumen (wax) blockage, facial/ear deformities or visible drainage of pus or blood in the outer ear canal.
The signs of a middle ear infection can range from mild to severe, but often include the following:
- Fluid in the middle ear
- Runny/stuffy nose or cough
- Irritability
- Pulling or rubbing the ear (indicating ear pain)
- Decrease in appetite
- Fever
It is important to note that fluid may be present in the middle ear without an active infection; this is called otitis media with effusion and is often associated with an oncoming ear infection or recovery from one.
NOTE: EarCheck® indicates the likelihood of fluid during time of testing. It is important to keep in mind that middle ear fluid is not always constant and may appear rapidly and then quickly go away. Your doctor is the best source of information about your child's health. If your child is sick, consult your doctor.
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