A middle ear infection or inflammation of the middle ear happens when a virus or bacteria inflames the area behind the eardrum. This is also known as otitis media and is most common in children.

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

This page lists all known medications that could potentially lead to 'Otitis media' as a side effect. It's important to note that mild side effects are quite common with medications. The medication(s) ...

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

Defective or immature antibody responses to pathogens in children may explain the increased susceptibility to acute otitis media (AOM) in otitis-prone children. In literature, data on immunology have ...

The use of antibiotics in the treatment of acute otitis media remains a controversial area in medical practice. Clinical guidelines have been proposed, but practice patterns remain varied,1 reflecting ...

Topical treatments often match oral drug efficacy for skin and ear issues, with fewer side effects, and the case for topical ...

Otitis externa, or swimmer’s ear, is inflammation and irritation in the outer ear. People can treat mild cases with antibiotic drops, but infectious cases may need oral antibiotic medication.

People have the right to be involved in discussions and make informed decisions about their care, as described in NICE's information on making decisions about your care. Making decisions using NICE ...

Considering that there are an estimated 15 million dogs in Argentina, according to official data from the Argentine Chamber of Animal Nutrition Companies (CAENA), we are among the 10 countries with ...

When patients present with pain in the ear, which is one of the symptoms of otitis media, it is important to make an accurate diagnosis using appropriate techniques, as the pain may be indicative of ...

The eustachian tube drains fluid from your ears to the back of your throat. If it clogs, otitis media with effusion (OME) can occur. If you have OME, the middle part of your ear fills with fluid, ...