4 year old with ear ache she has a ear ach and is draining blood from the ear

There : There are a few things that could cause these symptoms: - a middle ear infection with a burst ear drum - an outer ear (ear canal) infection - also known as swimmer's ear - an injury to the ear drum or canal by inserting something such as a cotton swab - a foreign object still in the ear canal all of these need to be addressed by a doctor for treatment, so calling your child's physician would be the best thing to do at this point. Good luck! legal disclaimer: I am providing this general and basic information as a public service and my response to this question does not constitute a doctor-patient relationship. For any additional information, advice, or specific concerns, please speak with your own physician. The information provided is current as of the date of the answer entry.

See pediatrician: She may need referral to an ENT specialist for placement of tubes.