Ear Infection: 6 Signs You Have It

1. Itchiness

Initially, you may experience mild itchiness in the inner ear canal, which can worsen if left untreated.

2. Redness

Redness can start inside the ear canal and progress, becoming noticeable on the inside and outside of the ear.

3. Discomfort or pain

4. Drainage of fluid

drainage, initially minimal, can become excessive as the infection advances.

5. Muffled hearing or ringing

In severe cases, you might experience muffled hearing or persistent ringing in the affected ear.

6. Swollen neck lymph nodes

Untreated infections can lead to visibly swollen lymph nodes, often accompanied by fever due to complete ear canal blockage.