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What is Middle Ear Infection / Otitis Media?
Middle ear infection also known as otitis media is one of the most common pediatric conditions treated by an ENT doctor. As per the latest guidelines, 3 out of 5 children will have an ear infection by the time they are 5 years old. It is more often associated or followed by cold’s, allergy, or upper respiratory tract infection. Middle ear infection can happen in adults, but it is not that common as in kids.
Risk factors for otitis media in kids:
Signs and symptoms of otitis media in kids:
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Frequently Asked Questions
Otitis media is an infection or inflammation of the middle ear, common in children but possible in adults too.
It is usually caused by bacteria or viruses that travel from the nose or throat to the middle ear, often after a cold.
Symptoms include ear pain, fever, muffled hearing, and sometimes fluid draining from the ear.
Treatment depends on severity and may include pain relief, antibiotics, or ear tube surgery for repeated infections.
Repeated or untreated infections can affect hearing, so it is important to see an ENT for proper treatment.