Ear Pain

Almost anybody can have ear pain. But young kids are more likely to experience ear ache than older kids or adults. According to one study, 80% of toddlers will have a middle ear infection by the time they are three (acute otitis media).

Although the COVID-19 virus can have a variety of effects on individuals, Ear Pains are not typically one of them.

It may be time to seek medical attention if an earache is accompanied by nausea, severe headache, ear swelling, or a decrease in the facial muscles on one side of the face. Children who have a persistent fever of 104°F (40°C) or higher should see a clinician immediately.