• Long-term bacterial infection of the middle ear
• Symptoms may include ear pain, torn eardrum resulting in pus-like drainage from the ear
• Cannot be spread from person to person
• Affects males and females
• Can occur at any age but more common in children and young adolescents
• May be mild to severe resulting in hearing loss
• Usually not life threatening

FOR FEVER

• Apply cool cloth to forehead or armpits
• Drink plenty of fluids (especially water)
• Avoid alcohol, tea and coffee as these drinks can cause slight dehydration
• Over-the-counter medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
  • Acetaminophen
  • Ibuprofen
  • Aspirin (Do not give to children or adolescents)

FOR PAIN

• Apply hot or cold packs to the area
• Relaxation techniques
• Distraction
• Over-the-counter medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
  • Acetaminophen
  • Ibuprofen