Discharge from the Ear

• Pus like and watery discharges are some of the common discharges from the ears. The discharges may be acute or chronic.
• Ear discharges are common in children, Adolescents, Malnourished children (affected with Kwashiorkor, Marasmus) and children living in unhealthy areas

Causes

• Complication of common cold with secondary bacterial infections.

Symptoms

• Pain in one or both ears
• Discharge with smell
• Fever

Precautions

• Do not put water or oil in the ear
• Always keep cotton in both ears while taking bath
• Clean the ear with cotton buds when discharge is present
• Consult a ENT doctor for proper treatment

Source: Portal Content Team