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1-year-old has an ear infection. how can i help her sleep better?
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Comfort: Several options are available for comfort. A weight appropriate dose of Tylenol (acetaminophen) or ibuprofen may help. Heat, not burning but warm, held against the infected ear. Or if the eardrum is intact, putting 1-2 drops of warm but not hot olive oil may help reduce the pain. Also sleeping in a more upright position may help.
Answered 8/20/2014
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