Suggest Treatment For Ear Infection And Swollen Occipital Node

Posted on Wed, 6 May 2015

Question: My 15 month old had an ear infection and swollen occipital node last week. I stopped her medicine hecause it was making her sick. The node is still there,but smaller. Should i be worried?

Answered by Dr. Hariom Sharma (30 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
No need to worry if ear infection is no more

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I have gone through your query; and suggest you that no need to worry if the ear infection of your daughter is completely resolved.

To prevent the ear infection, I personally advise
1. Avoid putting water, oil and ear bud in the ear.
2. Breastfeeding / feeding in the sitting position
3. Treatment of rhinosinusitis if present

Consult with ENT specialist for ear examination to rule out acute otitis media.

Thanks

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Follow up: Dr. Hariom Sharma (5 minutes later)

How long do lymph nodes innoccipital region stay swelled after such an infection? Thank you

Answered by Dr. Hariom Sharma (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
About one month

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I have gone through your follow up query, and for your kind information mostly lymph node return to normal size within one month of the infection.
If it is not subsiding within one month, then need to go to consult your doctor.

Thanks

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Shanthi.E