Acute otitis media is not associated with otorrhea as a presenting sign. It is a complication of tympanic membrane perforation and may be associated with short-term hearing loss. Usually, perforations ...

The discharge may arise from the ear canal or middle ear. From the skin of the ear canal, it is generally watery, as is seen in otitis externa. Discharge from the middle ear implies a breach of the ...

Various guidelines suggest analgesics either as an alternative to antibiotics for the treatment of uncomplicated acute otitis media (AOM) in children or as the preferred option. Although antibiotics ...

Decongestant or antihistamine medicines are sometimes given to children with acute middle ear infection (acute otitis media). It is unclear whether decongestants or antihistamines are effective ...

Background: Two-thirds of all children have an episode of acute otitis media (AOM) before their third birthday. Antibiotic treatment is often given immediately, even though adequate scientific ...

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A middle ear infection or inflammation of the middle ear happens when a virus or bacteria inflames the area behind the eardrum. This is also known as otitis media and is most common in children.

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Many conditions predispose to the development of AOE. Among the most common risk factors is prolonged exposure to water, from swimming or other water-based activities, or through long-term exposure to ...