What is Otitis Media (Eustachitis)?

Description of the disease

Otitis media (eustachitis) is an inflammation of the eustachian tube in the ear, which can lead to hearing impairment and discomfort. This condition can worsen quality of life and may require medical intervention.

Classification

• Acute otitis media
• Chronic otitis media

Symptoms

• Earache
• Fever
• Hearing loss
• Discharge from the ear

Causes

Cold, allergies, changes in atmospheric pressure, and infections can lead to the development of otitis media.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of otitis media includes examination by an ENT doctor, audiometry, and tympanometry.

Treatment

Treatment may include taking anti-inflammatory drugs, ear irrigation, and using local anesthetics.

Prevention

To prevent otitis media, it is recommended to avoid rapid changes in atmospheric pressure, promptly treat colds, and practice proper ear hygiene.

Doctor

Otitis media is treated by an otolaryngologist (ENT doctor).