Otalgia/Earache (1) Flashcards
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Q
What is often the cause?
What are the differentials if the pt also complains of fever, hearing loss, tootache, or dysphagia/odynophagia?
How is it generally managed?
A
➊ Most (50%) are non-otological, being referred pain from other sources, such as the throat and teeth
➋ • Fever - Otitis Externa/Media, Flu, Cold
• Hearing loss - Ear wax build up, Perforated ear drum
• Tootache - Dental abscess, Children teething
• Dysphagia/odynophagia - Sore throat, Tonsillitis
➌ • Analgesia
• Warm/Cold flannel to relieve pain
• Treat underlying cause
