Recurrent Ear Infections

 
Infected ears can lead to symptoms such as fever, irritability, and sleeplessness. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.

• Try xylitol Control mouth bacteria that cause ear infections by chewing gum or eating candy sweetened with xylitol, a natural sugar found in fruit
• Steer clear of smoke Stop smoking and avoid all sources of passive cigarette smoke exposure to
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  reduce ear infection recurrences
• Pass up pacifiers Reduce ear infection risk in babies by weaning them off pacifiers
• Uncover food allergies Work with a knowledgeable health professional to find out if food allergies are causing infections

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Infections (2)

This Condition

Infection is the result of invasion of the body by microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
Not all microorganisms cause infections in the body, and exposure to a disease-causing microorganism does not always result in symptoms. The immune system plays a large role in determining the body’s ability to fight off infection.
Some examples of infection are common cold/sore throat, influenza, cough, recurrent ear infections, urinary tract infection, yeast infection, athlete’s foot, cold sores, HIV, shingles, and parasites.

Symptoms

Symptoms of infection include localized warmth, redness, swelling, discharge, foul-smelling odor, and pain to the touch. In more serious cases, symptoms may also include fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and fatigue.

Healthy Lifestyle Tips

Stress can depress the immune system, thus increasing the body’s susceptibility to infection. Coping effectively with stress is important.¹ Exercise increases natural killer cell activity, which may also help prevent infections.²

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