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One of the most common
ailments for which an
otolaryngologist sought otolaryngologist sought
out is an earache, or
otitis media which
means “inflammation
of the middle ear”.
The condition is caused by
blockage of the Eustachian
tube which usually occurs tube which usually occurs
when a cold, allergy or
upper respiratory infection
is present.
This can lead to a buildup
of pus and mucus
behind the eardrum, behind the eardrum,
which in turn causes a
buildup of pressurized
pus in the middle ear.
Swelling and pain result
and sometimes the
eardrum cannot vibrate eardrum cannot vibrate
properly, causing
hearing problems.
If multiple episodes occur within a short period of time, the ENT doctor time, the ENT doctor may place ventilation (or pressure equalizer/ PE tubes) within the ear to allow the Eustachian
tube to drain.
Treatment for otitis
media is critical and
failure to take action failure to take action
may result in hearing
loss.