Laceration repair is the act of cleaning, preparing, and closing the wound. Minor lacerations (shallow, small, not bleeding, and clean) may not require medical attention. Antibiotic ointment and a bandage may be all that is needed. However, most lacerations do require repair.
Symptoms of ear infections. Intense pain in your childâs affected ear is usually the first sign of an ear infection. Young children can tell you that their ear hurts, but babies may only cry. Your child may repeatedly pulls on the ear that hurts.
Consult a doctor if you suspect an ear infection. Symptoms of an ear infection include ear pain, difficulty hearing, ear discharge, redness of the inner ear and fever. He may prescribe antibiotic drops mixed with a steroid to help clear the infection and reduce inflammation.