Middle
Ear Infection.
Middle Ear Infection
Middle Ear Infection (pronunciation: /ˈmɪdəl/ /ɪər/ /ɪnˈfɛkʃən/), also known as Otitis Media (pronunciation: /oʊˈtaɪtɪs/ /ˈmiːdiə/), is an infection or inflammation of the middle ear. This condition is most common in children but can affect people of all ages.
Etymology
The term "Middle Ear Infection" is derived from the Latin words "medius" meaning middle, "auris" meaning ear, and "infectio" meaning infection. "Otitis Media" is derived from the Greek words "otitis" meaning inflammation of the ear, and "media" meaning middle.
Symptoms
Symptoms of a Middle Ear Infection may include ear pain, a feeling of pressure in the ear, difficulty hearing, and fever. In children, symptoms may also include irritability, difficulty sleeping, and loss of appetite.
Causes
Middle Ear Infections are usually caused by bacteria or viruses that enter the Eustachian tubes from the throat or nose. This can occur when a person has a cold, flu, or allergies.
Treatment
Treatment for a Middle Ear Infection may include antibiotics, pain relievers, and sometimes surgery to drain fluid from the middle ear.
Related Terms
- Acute Otitis Media: A type of Middle Ear Infection that comes on quickly and lasts a short time.
- Chronic Otitis Media: A type of Middle Ear Infection that lasts a long time or comes back repeatedly.
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: A condition in which the Eustachian tubes, which connect the middle ear to the back of the nose, don't work properly.
- Tympanostomy: A surgical procedure to drain fluid from the middle ear.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Middle
- Wikipedia's article - Middle
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