You've likely seen headlines about measles outbreaks across the United States and around the world — even after health experts declared the disease "eliminated" in the U.S. decades ago. | What to Expect
You know the signs all too well: the cranky mood, the cold symptoms (runny nose and low-grade fever), the tugging on the ear, the loss of appetite and the difficulty sleeping. Yup, now that your child is a toddler, you've probably seen an ear infection or two (at least), and you can spot one from a mile away. | What to Expect
If your toddler has experienced ear tugging, a low-grade fever and crankiness for days, you know that few things are worse at this age than an ear infection. But when these painful episodes become more frequent or even chronic, it’s time to speak with the doctor about treatment such as ear tube surgery. | What to Expect
Though most babies are born healthy and stay that way, a very small percentage are apparently healthy at birth and then get sick because of a metabolic disorder — which can be potentially life-threatening if left undetected and untreated.| What to Expect
Also known as acute otitis media, a childhood ear infection is when the middle ear — between the outer ear and the innermost part of the ear — becomes clogged with fluid, infected and inflamed.| What to Expect