My ds (10 mths old) has been pulling one of his ears regularly and sometimes tries to poke his finger inside, my dh wants me to have it checked out as sometimes (ds) is distressed when he pulls his ear but there has not been any discharge from the ear. Should I be concerned? I have reduced the times I wash his hair just in case water is the culprit but I would feel stupid going to the doctors if there really is nothing wrong. Your advice will be deeply appreciated.