Middle ear effusion (MEE) is a prerequisite for the diagnosis of both AOM and otitis media with effusion (OME); pneumatic otoscopy offers excellent sensitivity and specificity for detecting MEE.

Common home remedies for ear infections involve everything from olive oil and onions to blow-dryers. There isn’t a lot of evidence supporting these treatments, so it’s always a good idea to ...

At baseline, samples of middle ear fluid were obtained by tympanocentesis for culture and susceptibility testing. Patients then received 30 mg/kg azithromycin as a single oral dose.

Artificial intelligence has emerged as a transformative tool in the diagnosis of otitis media, a common middle-ear condition that significantly impacts global health.

In the RCT study by Mills et al., the OMT group showed statistically significant effects on reducing frequency of mean monthly AOM episodes, resulting in fewer surgical procedures, delaying surgical ...

What is OME? Otitis media with effusion (OME, sometimes called 'glue ear') is a common condition affecting young children. Fluid collects in the middle ear, causing hearing impairment. As a result of ...

Key messages We are uncertain whether surgery to remove the adenoids (adenoidectomy) improves hearing for children with glue ear, because the evidence is not robust. Adenoidectomy may slightly reduce ...

Otitis media with effusion (OME) similarly involves fluid and pressure buildup in the middle ear, but without enough bacterial presence to cause a full-blown infection.

Swimmer’s ear is an infection of the ear canal that can plague water lovers and anyone else who sweats, showers or simply lives in a humid climate. Nearly 1 in 10 people will experience a bout ...

To get your AirPods Max's ear cups back to their original spotless condition, you'll need water and two pieces of soft, lint-free cloth. Cleaning your AirPods with alcohol is also okay. Just make ...

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