otitis media Flashcards
1
Q
cause of otitis media
A
bacteria - streptococcus pneumoniae
sometimes staph aureus and H influenzae
2
Q
presentation of otitis media
A
ear pain
reduced hearing
feeling unwell - fever
symptoms of URTI
3
Q
examination of otitis media
A
discharge
bulging red membrane
bubbles
4
Q
management of otitis media
A
usually resolves in 3 days
if bad - amoxicillin or clarithromycin
5
Q
complications of otitis media
A
with effusion
hearing loss (usually temporary)
perforation
labyrinthitis
mastoiditis
abscess
facial nerve palsy
meningitis
