I wonder if my daughter has an earache when she drinks?

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Hello, My almost 7 months old daughter has been on antibiotics for 3 days to treat an ear infection. At the same time, she has had a flare up of her teeth, two teeth were pierced, one of them yesterday). I notice that she is drinking less well since a few days. According to the doctor, she should drink minimum 750ml of milk. But for the last 3-4 days, she is not drinking the minimum. Do you think this is caused by the ear infection? Does it hurt when she drinks? Note that she eats 3 full meals a day in addition to these bottles. I had thought maybe to give her bottles more often? Would this be an alternative? Thank you in advance for your help. Hello, thanks for the quick feedback!

Naji-tom Samaha · Accepted Answer

Thank you for your question! It is common to have a decreased appetite during illness and even during teething. This does not necessarily indicate a problem as long as: Her general condition remains good overall; She drinks/eats, even if less than usual; She wets and soils her diaper. You can encourage her to drink more fluids, even if it means giving her smaller amounts more frequently, and/or reducing the size of her meals. There is no clear path to follow, as long as she is eating/drinking, it means you are doing the right thing :) I hope I've been helpful and I'll stay available if there's anything! Tom Samaha, Pharmacist It was my pleasure, don't hesitate if there is anything!