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The eardrum has ruptured and cloudy fluid drains from the ear canal. Caused by a bacterial infection of the middle ear (the space behind the eardrum).

A bacterial infection of the middle ear (the space behind the eardrum).

The buildup of fluid in the middle ear (the space behind the eardrum). The space is normally filled with air. The presence of fluid dampens the hearing.

A child who itches the ear canal. No crying or report of ear pain.

A young child who touches, pulls, tugs, or pokes at the ear. No crying or report of ear pain

An infection or irritation of the skin that lines the ear canal. Caused by lots of swimming or using cotton swabs.The medical name is otitis external.

Ear Congestion is a stuffy or plugged up feeling in the ear. Crackling or popping noise in the ear. Hearing is often muffled

The skin is dry and rough

Child drinks less than normal amounts of fluid during an illness

Dizziness is a sensation of light-headedness or feeling faint

Diarrhea means 2 or more watery or very loose stools. Reason: 1 loose stool can be normal.

Dizziness is a sensation of light-headedness or feeling faint

Diarrhea begins while taking an antibiotic. Diarrhea means 2 or more watery or very loose stools. Reason: 1 loose stool can be normal.

Diarrhea is the sudden increase in the number and looseness of stools. Diarrhea means 2 or more watery or very loose stools. Reason: 1 loose stool can be normal with changes in diet. Most diarrhea is caused by a viral infection of the intestines.

Diarrhea is the sudden increase in the number and looseness of stools. Diarrhea means 2 or more watery or very loose stools. Reason: 1 loose stool can be normal with changes in diet. Most diarrhea is caused by a viral infection of the intestines.