School holidays often mean more time spent swimming, whether at the pool, beach, or during family trips overseas. While swimming is a great way for children to stay active, increased water exposure can also raise the risk of ear infections, especially in Singapore’s hot and humid climate. “Swimmer’s ear is something we commonly see during holiday periods when children are spending more…
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Understanding Ear Infections in Children Ear infections are a common concern for children and are generally categorized into two types: infections within the ear canal and those behind the eardrum (middle ear infections). Ear canal infections often result from activities like self-cleaning of earwax after swimming or showering. Middle ear infections, on the other hand, usually occur as a complication of colds…
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