Synonyms in a broader sense Medical: Otitis media acute otitis media, hemorrhagic otitis media, myringitis bullosa English: acute otitis media General information Acute inflammation of the middle ear is a frequently occurring disease, especially in children. It is caused by bacteria (such as streptococci or staphylococci) in about two thirds of cases and by viruses … Symptoms of acute otitis media
Complications Complications that can occur in the course of an acute inflammation of the middle ear are usually recognised by specific symptoms. For example, the inflammation can affect not only the middle ear but also the inner ear, which is responsible for the transmission of sound information and for balance. Thus, an inflammation of the … Complications | Symptoms of acute otitis media
History Depending on the pathogen present, i.e. virus or bacterium, the individual situation of the immune system and the treatment of the acute middle ear infection, the course of the disease can vary. A few days after the onset of the disease, there may also be a spontaneous tearing of the eardrum, as too much … History | Symptoms of acute otitis media
