Causes, Signs And Treatments For Dog Ear Infection
{The ear is made up of 3 parts. Usually it is the outer ear that gets infected (90% of cases). In this article i give you the sign to look out for if you think you are facing a case of dog ear infection. It is quite common that dog get their outer ear infected. [...]
Infant Ear Infection
It’s one of the most common reasons for visiting the doctor…ear infection and in children, it can become a long drawn out process of monitoring and care. It’s been a long time, but I remember well, as a youngster, the long walks to hospital with my mom and I distinctly recall the various treatments I received. They were not pleasant memories.
Ear Infection In An Adult
Ear infection in an adult can become serious in not caught and treated in the early stages. If allowed to progress, treatment becomes more complicated and problems could arise which will require prolonged attention. Those who suffer from allergies are in a category which are at risk of adult ear infection.
Cold & Flu
Cold & Flu Colds make the upper respiratory system less resistant to bacterial infection. Secondary bacterial infection may lead to middle ear infection, bronchitis, pneumonia, sinus infection, or strep throat. People with chronic lung disease, asthma, diabetes, or a weakened immune system are more likely to develop these complications.
Antibiotics – Will They Help My Virus Infection?
Dont expect antibiotics to cure every illness. Antibiotics are only effective against bacterial infections. In the past antibiotics were prescribed “just in case” the infection was bacterial rather than viral because it was thought that taking them “couldnt do any harm”. This approach has been proven wrong, and this very practice has contributed to the development of antibiotic resistant strains of bacteria.