Temperature at the otitis in the child

The raised temperature of a body at children of different ages can testify to set of various diseases, and exclusively on this symptom it is impossible to define the exact diagnosis. In particular, this situation is often observed in otitis media, or inflammation of the middle ear. In this article, we will tell you whether there is always a fever in otitis in children, what other signs characterize this ailment, and how to treat it properly.

What is the temperature for my child's otitis?

Contrary to popular belief, the temperature with inflammation of the middle ear in children does not always increase. Indeed, in the vast majority of cases, its value reaches 39 degrees or more. Nevertheless, even in the absence of heat, one can not be sure that the baby does not have otitis. In some situations, with this disease, the temperature rests on low-grade values, that is, from 37.2 to 37.5 degrees Celsius.

The main sign of ailment in children of any age is the pain in the ear, the intensity of which increases when you push the tragus. In addition, you can find other symptoms, in particular:

• hearing impairment;
• dizziness and headache;
• vomiting and nausea;
• feeling of stuffiness in the ear;
• purulent discharge from the organs of hearing;
• general malaise and weakness.

Treatment of otitis media with fever

To treat this disease is necessary under the strict supervision and supervision of the doctor, no matter how high the baby's temperature rises. Self-medication in this situation is dangerous, especially if the disease is accompanied by fever.

As a rule, with otitis with a fever, the child is prescribed anti-inflammatory and pain medications, antibiotic therapy, and also taking vasoconstrictive drops in the nose. Such procedures as warming compresses, heaters and inhalations are contra-indicated at a temperature, however, when it is lowered, they can be applied.

In addition, during the acute stage of the disease the baby must necessarily provide copious drinking and strict bed rest.