Kids

Word! Otalgia

Otalgia

Say: oh-TAL-jee-uh

Otalgia means ear pain or an earache. Lots of different things can cause otalgia, including ear infections, too much earwax, airplane pressure, swimmer's ear, and even dental problems.

MORE ON THIS TOPIC

A KidsHealth Education Partner Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.

Images provided by The Nemours Foundation, iStock, Getty Images, Veer, Shutterstock, and Clipart.com.

Word! Otalgia

Otalgia

MORE ON THIS TOPIC

About Atrium Health

Careers

For Employees

For Providers

For Employers