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Otitis media is an inflammation of the middle ear. Otitis media with effusion (OME) refers to fluid in the middle ear space, but without the symptoms of an acute infection. Children with acute otitis media (acute ear in...
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Symptoms
The hallmark of OME is the lack of obvious symptoms in those who most commonly have the condition. Older children and a...
Causes
Almost every acute ear infection is followed by days or weeks of OME. In addition, many people develop OME without firs...
Tests
A direct inspection of the ear with an otoscope may show dullness, air bubbles, or fluid behind the eardrum. Pneumatic ...
Treatments
In otherwise healthy children, the first line treatment for OME is to adjust environmental factors if possible (encoura...
Complications
Temporary hearing loss; Permanent damage to the ear with partial or complete deafness; Speech or language delay; Choles...
Prevention
The goals of prevention are decreasing exposure to common ear pathogens, boosting immunity, and improving the function ...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you suspect you or your child might have otitis media with effusion. Continue to moni...
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