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Help my two month old had milk go inside his ear . will that cause him.to have or get an ear infection?!?!!??

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Milk in ear: It is doubtful that this can cause otitis. Don't worry. Try to dry around the ear canal with a soft cloth but don't stick anything into the canal.

Dr Elhalis agreed

Answered 2/9/2015

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No: Place him in a position to let the milk run out and all will be fine. The milk may eventually stink up the ear, but will not give him an infection.

Dr Cress agreed

Answered 2/9/2015

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