Find out if the symptoms you are experiencing could be due to an ear infection.
An ear infection can certainly be a terrible nuisance. Whether you are concerned that you or your child are experiencing an ear infection, 
turn to the Long Beach, CA ENT doctors, Drs. Jesse and Jesus Tan, for the answers you’re looking for.
What are the symptoms of an ear infection?
It’s important to keep in mind that a child experiencing an ear infection may respond differently and show different symptoms than adults, particularly young children who may not be able to verbally communicate yet. Common symptoms that adults with ear infections experience include:
- Pain (this earache can range from achy and dull to sharp, severe pain)
- Feeling as if the ear is full or clogged
- Drainage coming from the ear
- Trouble hearing
- Nausea
If your child is displaying these symptoms then they may have an ear infection:
- Loss of appetite
- Tugging or pulling at the ear
- Fever
- Restlessness
- Irritability
- Draining from the ear
- Difficulty sleeping
When should I call our Long Beach, CA, otolaryngologist?
If your fever is above 100.4 degrees this could be telling you that you have a serious infection. Children and babies with a fever should seek medical attention right away to prevent any health complications. You should also give us a call if you or your little one is susceptible to ear infections and have had multiple infections throughout the year. Multiple ear infections could potentially lead to more serious issues like hearing loss. A medical professional should also examine you if you are having trouble hearing all of a sudden.
Don’t let ear pain and other symptoms affect your life. Turn to the Tan Head & Neck Clinic in Long Beach, CA to get proper care for you and your family. An ear infection can be a simple problem to fix if you see us right away.