Features of the Development of Acute Otitis Media in Young Children

Abstract

Acute otitis media is an inflammation of the middle ear of viral or bacterial origin,
usually accompanied by upper respiratory tract infections. Clinically, it is manifested by pain in the ear
and deterioration of the patient's general condition (fever, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea). Diagnosis is made
on the basis of otoscopic examination. Antibiotics and pain relievers are prescribed.