"One of the two main types is acute otitis media (AOM), an infection of rapid onset that usually presents with ear pain. The other main type is otitis media with effusion (OME), typically not associated with symptoms..."
A study of infectious diseases that affect the ear, nose, and throat regions, and the immune response to those diseases. Includes discussion of vaccinations and other preventive measures.
Microorganisms: The different types of microorganisms that cause infections and their characteristics.
Pathogenesis: The processes by which microorganisms cause disease in a host.
Host defense mechanisms: The mechanisms that our body employs to fight off infections.
Immune system cells: The types of cells involved in the immune response and their functions.
Immunoglobulins: The different types of immunoglobulins and their roles in immunity.
Antibodies: The function of antibodies in defending the body against pathogens.
Antigens: The properties of antigens and how they stimulate immune responses.
Immunodeficiencies: The types of disorders that weaken or compromise immune functions.
Vaccines: The types of vaccines and how they work in preventing infections.
Autoimmune diseases: The types of conditions in which the immune system attacks one's own body.
Allergies: The types of allergic reactions and their causes.
Antimicrobial therapy: The use of drugs to treat infections caused by microorganisms.
Immunization: The strategies and principles of immunizing populations against infectious diseases.
Epidemiology: The study of the patterns and causes of disease outbreaks in different populations.
Emerging infections: The new pathogens and diseases that arise and pose threats to public health.
"In young children, this may result in pulling at the ear, increased crying, and poor sleep. Decreased eating and a fever may also be present."
"It is defined as the presence of non-infectious fluid in the middle ear which may persist for weeks or months often after an episode of acute otitis media."
"Chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM) is middle ear inflammation that results in a perforated tympanic membrane with discharge from the ear for more than six weeks."
"It may be a complication of acute otitis media."
"All three types of otitis media may be associated with hearing loss."
"Risk factors include exposure to smoke, use of pacifiers, and attending daycare. It occurs more commonly among indigenous peoples and those who have cleft lip and palate or Down syndrome."
"Either bacteria or viruses may be involved."
"The initial antibiotic of choice is typically amoxicillin."
"A number of measures decrease the risk of otitis media including pneumococcal and influenza vaccination, breastfeeding, and avoiding tobacco smoke."
"This may include paracetamol (acetaminophen), ibuprofen, benzocaine ear drops, or opioids."
"Antibiotics are often recommended in those with severe disease or under two years old. In those with less severe disease, they may only be recommended in those who do not improve after two or three days."
"Worldwide AOM affects about 11% of people a year (about 325 to 710 million cases)."
"Half the cases involve children less than five years of age, and it is more common among males."
"Before the age of ten OME affects about 80% of children at some point."
"Otitis media resulted in 3,200 deaths in 2015 – down from 4,900 deaths in 1990." Note: I have provided 16 study questions with accompanying quotes as there is limited specific information in some parts of the paragraph to generate additional questions and quotes.