Ear Discharge or Drainage

When to Call Your Doctor - Call Your Doctor Now

Call Your Doctor Now (night or day) If

  • Your child looks or acts very sick
  • Pink or red swelling behind the ear
  • Clear or bloody fluid following head injury
  • Bleeding from the ear canal (EXCEPTION: few drops and follows ear exam)
  • Fever above 105° F (40.6° C)

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