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    Ear Problems in Children

    Ear infection is the most commonly diagnosed bacterial infection in children younger than age 7. By that age, approximately 93% of children in the United States have had at least one ear infection and 75% have had recurrent ear infections.

    In this section, you'll learn about ear problems including infections, ear aches and hearing loss.

    • Ear Problems, Age 11 and younger
    • Ear Problems, Age 12 and older
    • Ear Infections
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    The ENT Department of PAMF

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