Ear infections are not contagious. However, many children develop ear infections after a cold or other viral infection. Since viral infections are contagious, it is important to do your best to prevent illness. By preventing colds, you're also taking steps to prevent ear infections. Thorough han...
Children with an ear infection usually also have a runny nose and nasal congestion.Mild hearing loss may occur, but it is usually temporary. However, if hearing loss lasts an extended period of time, it may cause problems with speech, language and learning.1. What are the symptoms of an ...
Bordetella pertussisis the bacteria that cause whooping cough. It is highly contagious and is sometimes fatal in young children, especially babies. The infection is preventable with vaccination; however, it is often unrecognized in older children and adults. The infection usually begins with cold symp...
Ear eczema can be unpleasant, but it usually doesn't cause permanent damage. The main complication is infection, which could cause pain, discharge, and sometimes hearing loss. What will happen if eczema on the ears is untreated? Symptoms of ear eczema can vary a lot, from barely noticeable ...
accurate though it does have to be consistent to within the range at which an infection is detected, such as 0.1, 0.3, 0.5, or 1.0 degrees (Fahrenheit or Celsius). Optionally, at508, a determination that the temperature-equalization period has passed is made rather than simply performing the...
Multicenter randomized, and blinded European field study evaluating the efficacy and safety of Felpreva®, a novel spot-on formulation containing tigolaner, emodepside and praziquantel, in treating cats with mixed infection with intestinal nematodes, cestodes and/or lungworms Curr. Res. Parasitol. ...
Rationale: Acute conjunctivitis is highly contagious. Teach the family to wash hands thoroughly before and after instilling eye medication. Contact lens use should be avoided until the infection has cleared. Rubbing the eyes increases the risk of corneal trauma. Using a new swab between eyes ...