Otitis media (OM) 

• Refers to any inflammation of the middle ear, without specifying its aetiology or pathogenesis. 

• It is one of the most common conditions affecting children.

• There are several subtypes of otitis media:

1. Acute Otitis Media (AOM)

2. Otitis Media with effusion (OME)

3. Chronic suppurative Otitis Media (CSOM)

4. Adhesive Otitis Media

This site provides a comprehensive overview of the relevant anatomy, the subtypes of otitis media, their clinical presentation, pathophysiology, and management.

Epidemiology 

Anatomy 

Etiology and Risk Factors 

Classification of OM 

Pathophysiology 

Clinical Features of OM 

Investigations and Diagnosis of OM 

Management and Treatment of OM 

Complications of OM 

CASE - Otitis Media