Acute Otitis Media Flashcards
1
Q
What is otitis media?
A
Infection of the middle ear
2
Q
What is the pathophysiology of otitis media?
A
Inflammation of eustachian tube - stasis of mucous drainage from ear - good for bacteria growth
3
Q
What are risk factors for acute otitis media?
A
Young age
Recent upper respiratory infection
Craniofacial abnormality
Family history
4
Q
What are the symptoms of otitis media?
A
Ear pain
Fever
5
Q
What are the investigations for suspected otitis media?
A
Otoscopy
- red, bulging tympanic membrane
6
Q
How is otitis media managed?
A
Oral analgesia
Often resolves in 4 days without antibiotcs
Can give oral antibiotics
7
Q
What advice is given to patients with acute otitis media?
A
Most resolve without antibiotics but return in 2/3 days if not better
Avoid air travel - can worsen pain
