What Is Acute Otitis Media in Children?
Disease description:
My niece usually drinks an adequate amount of water and has not recently experienced “internal heat” (a traditional Chinese medicine concept referring to symptoms such as sore throat, constipation, or irritability). Suddenly, she complained of ear pain. The doctor diagnosed her with acute otitis media causing the pain. I would like to know: What is acute otitis media in children?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xu Gang
Acute otitis media in children is caused by upper respiratory tract infections, primarily due to viral or bacterial invasion and inflammation of the mucosal lining of the middle ear. Affected children should seek medical attention promptly to avoid missing the optimal treatment window. This condition commonly occurs during winter and is relatively frequent in spring; therefore, adequate rest is especially important during these two seasons, and particular attention must be paid to treatment.
