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    ❝Wavely has been an absolute lifesaver for our family! There’s nothing worse than wondering if your child has an ear infection, especially when symptoms flare up at night or over the weekend. This takes the guesswork out of the equation, giving us quick, reliable answers right from home.

    The setup is incredibly simple, and the step-by-step instructions make scanning my child’s ear a breeze. Honestly, I wish this had been around sooner. It’s an amazing tool for peace of mind, and I highly recommend it to any parent!❞

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    ❝ Wavely was such a help to me this week. Our whole family was down with a cold and the app helped me decide whether it was worth taking sick kids all the way into the doctor. ❞

    Heather B., Mom

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    ❝ We’ve been able to get ahead of several ear infections by identifying a positive fluid result, being proactive with at home treatments, and even avoiding antibiotics in several instances. ❞

    Jess and Jay S., Mom & Dad

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    ❝ I see families get an immediate sense of relief knowing that no matter what day or time they can get an answer to the question, ‘Does my child have an ear infection?' ❞

    Dr. Matt Fradkin MD, Pediatrician

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    ❝I was skeptical at first, but Wavely completely exceeded my expectations! The convenience of testing for ear infections at home is a total game-changer—especially for parents like me who want fast, reliable answers without unnecessary doctor visits.

    The app is super easy to use, and the results come back quickly, giving me the confidence to make informed decisions about my kid's health. If you're on the fence—trust me, just get it. I only wish this kind of technology had been available sooner—it would have saved me so much stress.    ❞

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    ❝ These are super easy to use and are very reliable! I’ve used them multiple times to check for ear infections (on my kids as well as myself). They are so worth it. They are great to have on hand when you are questioning whether you should go to the dr/urgent care or not.❞

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    ❝ What a simple but at the same time elegant and sophisticated product. It’s amazing what the average mobile device can do now, and how companies like this are using it to provide real solutions to us as consumers and parents. Well done and well needed. ❞

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    ❝ It's always the weekend or a holiday when my kids spike a fever after having a cold and start complaining of ear pain... This tool and app are great for figuring out if the culprit is an ear infection before making an urgent trip to the doctor! ❞

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    ❝ Total game changer! This has already saved our family several hours of unnecessary time at urgent care. Will always keep this on hand moving forward. ❞

FAQs

All About Ear Infections

  • Common symptoms of ear infections in children include ear pain (especially when lying down), tugging or pulling at an ear, trouble sleeping, increased fussiness, trouble hearing or responding to sounds, loss of balance, fever of 100 F (38 C) or higher, drainage of fluid from the ear, headache, and loss of appetite.

  • Ear infections are typically caused by bacteria or viruses and often result from another illness such as a cold, flu, or allergy. These conditions can cause congestion and swelling of the nasal passages, throat, and eustachian tubes, leading to fluid build-up in the middle ear that can become infected.

  • Treatment for ear infections may vary depending on the cause. Many ear infections clear up on their own, and treatment often begins with managing pain and monitoring the problem. Antibiotics may be used for bacterial infections. Pain relief can be provided through medications like acetaminophen or ibuprofen.

  • You should see a doctor if your child's symptoms last for more than a day, if symptoms are present in a child less than 6 months of age, if ear pain is severe, if your child is sleepless or irritable after a cold, or if there is a discharge of fluid, pus, or bloody fluid from the ear.

  • Most ear infections don't cause long-term complications, but repeated infections can lead to hearing problems and other serious issues. Complications can include impaired hearing, speech or developmental delays, spread of infection to nearby tissues, and tearing of the eardrum. Prompt evaluation and treatment can reduce the risk of these complications.

  • Each year in the U.S. there are 30 million visits for suspected ear infections, and only 8.7 million ear infections actually diagnosed. This means that 71% of the time when a parent thinks their child has an ear infection, they actually don’t!

WavelyDx’s Science & Technology

  • The WavelyDx App detects middle ear fluid, which is a key physical indicator of ear infections but does not necessarily mean you have an ear infection. Your doctor will diagnose an ear infection using the WavelyDx result and other clinical factors such as fever, pain and other symptoms.

  • The WavelyDx App plays a quiet, painless chirp into the ear canal, and then analyzes the reflection from the ear drum to determine if there is fluid in the middle ear. Our Science Translational Medicine paper talks about the science behind this process.

  • The ear canal travels forward from the ear opening towards the tip of the nose. In order to ensure you are playing sound directly into the ear canal you must point the ear tip towards the nose and angle the phone back against the head.

  • Since the WavelyDx App uses sound to detect middle ear fluid, it must have permission to access your microphone and speaker. Please grant that permission when prompted. If you need to grant permissions later, you can do so in the in your phone’s Settings.

  • WavelyDx takes every precaution to ensure your data is private and secure. WavelyDx has a Cybersecurity and Data Privacy policy, and all files are protected by encryption and file name anonymization that comply with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) standards.

Using WavelyDx at Home

  • Packs of 6 ear tips cost $9.99, and the app subscription is $21 per 3 months (works out to $7/month) or $60 per year (works out to $5/month).

  • The WavelyDx App is currently released for phones running Apple’s iOS only. It is not available for Android or Windows phones, tablets, computers, or video game consoles.

  • The WavelyDx App is only available in the United States.

  • Ear tips are labeled as single-use, designed for one scan session (i.e. scanning both ears).

  • Yes. You can download the WavelyDx App and login to your account on as many compatible phones as you’d like.

  • Please contact support@wavelydx.com to request that your account be removed.

Questions?

Contact us anytime! support@wavelydx.com