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Can a baby (not a newborn) get more ear infections if he sleeps on his back or on his stomach?

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Dr. Anatoly Belilovsky answered

The real...: ...Risk factor is drinking while lying on her back. Sleeping position has little if anything to do with ear infections.

Dr Namey and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/17/2014

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A member asked:

Can a baby (not a newborn) get more ear infections if he sleeps on his back or on his stomach?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Anatoly Belilovsky answered

Dr Namey and 2 doctors agreed

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