Ear Pain Flashcards
1
Q
Pharyngitis
A
Hx of URI/ Influenza
Sore throat & fever (after day 4 of URI)
Could lead to otitis media (Eustachian tube)
Could be rash
2
Q
Otitis Externa
A
Ear tenderness/ pain
Odorous discharge
Hx swimming or eczema, dermatitis
3
Q
Otitis Media
A
Fullness (deep)
Fever
Unilateral
4
Q
Serous Otitis Media
A
Fullness
Decreased hearing
Tinnitus
NO fever (afebrile)
5
Q
Barotrauma
A
Severe/persistent pain Air travel (especially w/ URI) Scuba diving Concerts Trauma
6
Q
Dental Pain/TMJ dysfunction
A
AM pain, grinding teeth at night
+/- dental work (abscess?)