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Acute otitis media 
Definition
Infection of the middle ear, occurs when the area behind the ear drum called middle ear becomes inflamed and infected
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Risk factors
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Having had a recent cold, flu, sinus or ear infection
Diagnosis
Otoscope to detect redness, swelling, blood, pus, air bubbles, fluid in the middle ear and perforated ear drum
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Treatment
Apply warm, moist wash cloth over the infection
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Pain relievers (Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen)
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Pathophysiology
Acute purulent otitis media (APOM) is characterized by edema and hyperemia of the subepithelial space, which is followed by the infiltration of polymorphonuclear (PMN) leukocytes. As the inflammatory process progresses, there is mucosal metaplasia and the formation of granulation tissue.