Acute otitis media Flashcards
1
Q
Why do infants get otitis media
A
Eustachian tube is short, horizontal and function poorly
2
Q
What are the clinical feature of otitis media
A
Ear pain
fever
-every child with fever must have tympanic membranes examined
3
Q
What pathogens cause Otitis media
A
Viral: RSV, rhinovirus
Bacteria: Pneumococcus, H influenzae
4
Q
what are the complications of Acute otitis media?
A
Mastoiditis
Meningitis
5
Q
What is the treatment for acute otitis media?
A
Amoxicillin
Regular analgesia
6
Q
How do children with otitis media w/ effusion present?
A
After recurrent ear infections
Asymptomatic - possible hearing loss
Ear drum seen to be dull and retracted
Usually spontaneously resolves
Most common cause of conductive hearing loss in children
Can intefere with speech and language development
