Ear Wicking (Age 2 months up to 5 years)

Teach the Caregiver to Treat Local Infections

• Explain how the treatment is given
• Watch her as she does the first treatment in the clinic
• She should return to the clinic if the infection worsens

For Chronic Ear Infection, Clear the Ear by Dry Wicking

Dry the ear at least 3 times daily
- Roll clean absorbent cloth or soft, strong tissue paper into a wick
- Place the wick in the child’s ear
- Remove the wick when wet
- Replace the wick with a clean one and repeat these steps until the ear is dry

The ear should not be plugged between dry wicking

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Integrated Management of Childhood Illness 2022; Child (Age 2 months up to 5 years); Treat for Local Infections; Dry the Ear by Wicking

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Last checked for updates: June 2023