Grommets and Middle ear effusion – Glue Ear

Middle ear effusion Middle ear effusion is common in children aged 1-6. Glue ear refers to the gluey consistency of the fluid that remains in the middle ear. The fluid can be gluey or straw-coloured yellowy fluid. Middle ear effusion can occur following episodes of acute otitis media or without acute inflammation due to other … Read more Grommets and Middle ear effusion – Glue Ear

GP Guidelines for the management of Acute Otitis Media AOM ear infections

Acute otitis media (AOM) is an acute inflammation of the middle ear. It is very common in early childhood with a peak prevalence between 6 and 18 months of age. Causes may be multifactorial, often secondary to the Eustachian Tube dysfunction during a viral upper respiratory infection. Diagnosis Acute onset of ear pain, irritability, fever, … Read more GP Guidelines for the management of Acute Otitis Media AOM ear infections