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What causes ear infections

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Ear infections are caused by water or bacteria that enters the ear canal. They can be very painful and need antibiotics. ChaCha!

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Source: Ear Infection Causes - DrGreene.com | www.drgreene.com

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Ear infections can be caused by viruses or bacteria. They can also be caused by fluid backup in the ear causing inflammation.

Mar 08 2009, 09:04pm | Source: Ear Infections-Cause | www.webmd.com

If your eustachian tubes become blocked, fluid cannot drain and bacteria or viruses start growing there. That is an ear infection.

Jan 12 2009, 10:54am | Source: Ear Infections-Cause | www.webmd.com

Soap or water or bacteria that enters the ear from the outside can't get into this space to cause an infection.

Dec 19 2008, 06:58pm | Source: Ear Infection Causes - DrGreene.com | www.drgreene.com
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