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Acute otitis media (AOM) remains one of the most common condition for which antibiotics are prescribed. AOM can present in a myriad of different ways, ranging from fever, ear tugging and holding of the ear. On clinical examination, a bulging tympanic membrane can be seen. Usually patients are given a course of antibiotics.
Otitis media with effusion (OME) is characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the middle ear behind the tympanic membrane. Most cases will resolve spontaneously however there are some cases persists and causes hearing loss. Patients with persistent middle ear effusion may require surgical treatment with ventilation tubes.
An outer ear infection is also known as otitis externa. This means that there is infection/inflammation over the ear canal. In a middle ear infection, the infection/inflammation is in the middle ear cavity.
In the acute phase of a middle ear infection (acute otitis media), it may be best to avoid swimming to prevent pain and discomfort. If you are quite well and have otitis media with effusion, you can proceed with swimming. However, should there be discomfort and pain, it is best to stay out of the water for some time.
Grommet tubes or tympanostomy tube insertion is a placement of a tube into the tympanic membrane. This procedure is usually indicated in cases of persistent middle ear effusion and sometimes needed for acute otitis media with complications. After the middle ear effusion is cleared, the hearing improves as well.
The insertion of tube is usually done under general anesthesia in children and under local anesthesia in adults. It is performed using a microscope and is a fast and effective procedure.
Yes, you can continue to swim. However, avoid diving during this period.
The grommet tube will extrude naturally. Your doctor should be reviewing you regularly to ensure the grommet tube comes out on its own. Rarely is it ever necessary to remove the grommet tube.
Your ENT doctor will first take a look at your medical history, find out more about the symptoms you’re experiencing and thereafter perform a thorough physical examination. This may include certain procedures such as flexible nasoendoscopy (a look into your nasal passages with a tiny camera). Your issues will be addressed and a suitable treatment plan will be devised for you.
Always talk to your child to prepare them for their ENT visit. Find out more about the issues they’re experiencing so that you can assist them in helping the ENT doctor understand their condition. Do bring along a list of their old medications and health booklet.
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