Bravo, Holmes! Congratulations! This lad's story is the most common story for an ear infection: an upper respiratory infection for several days, followed by a sudden increase in irritability, often accompanied by a fever. Because of the pain, being held by his parents is only partially comforting. Even though he is feeling better the next morning, this is a child whose eardrum should be examined. Otherwise, he will probably be feeling even worse tonight.

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