She noted that children are more susceptible to ear infections due to their shorter and more horizontal eustachian tubes, which make it easier for bacteria and viruses to enter the ear.

Children are more susceptible due to their shorter and more horizontal Eustachian tubes, making it easier for germs to reach the ear. Image from iStock Symptoms of Ear Infections in Children ...

“We place ear tubes to help decrease the frequency of infections ... Things parents might notice are snoring or kids stopping breathing at night or gasping for air, and they’re kind of ...

An all-encompassing guide to understanding and treating ear infections. WebMD takes you on a visual tour through the ear, helping you understand the causes of childhood ear infections and how they ...