Ear Infections in Kids: When Are Antibiotics Really Necessary?
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Do All Kids with Ear Infections Need Antibiotics?
In this episode of The Beehive, pediatrician Dr. Blair Rolnick breaks down one of the most common questions parents face: when do kids actually need antibiotics for ear infections?
Learn:
✅ The 4 specific groups of children who should get antibiotics right away
💊 Why pain management is just as important as treatment
🕒 How long antibiotics should be used—based on your child’s age
👂 When to consider ear tubes
📹 How tools like video otoscopy and AI are improving diagnosis
Dr. Rolnick dives into the latest, research-backed guidelines to help parents make informed decisions—because not all ear infections need antibiotics, and overuse can do more harm than good.
👩⚕️ Empower yourself with expert knowledge and find out why, sometimes, less really is more.
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This episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/INPHg0H3uew
This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always seek medical advice from a qualified physician.
For Dr. Rolnick's practice and more content, visit: https://beekindpediatrics.com/