Ear Health: The Inside Scoop with Dr. Marisa Earley

This episode of Pediatrics Now features Dr. Marisa Earley from University Health and UT Health San Antonio. Join host Holly Wayment as they delve into kid ear health and the challenges children face. Dr. Earley explains how the structural immaturity of the eustachian tube in children can lead to frequent ear infections and shares practical advice for parents on how to manage and recognize symptoms. Listeners will discover useful tools such as affordable phone otoscopes that help parents monitor their kids' ear health effectively. The conversation also covers the importance of proper ear hygiene, the pros and cons of certain ear-related products, and essential advice.