Differentiate Otitis Externa Vs Otitis Media:
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Otitis externa: Commonly caused by infection (bacterial). Discomfort in
external auditory canal with drainage, swelling, and erythema. MOisture is
common culprit (swimmers ear). Tx: acidification with a topical solution of
2% acetic acid and hydro-cortisone.
Otitis media: Acute onset with middle ear effusion, inflammation, and
pain/fever. Caused by eustachian tube dysfunction.
Tympanogram results
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, Tympanometry measures the capacity of the middle ear to transfer sound
energy.
What do they indicate:
Type A: Normal Tympanogram is shaped like a tent
Type B: Abnormal; needs medical attention (flat)
Type C: Almost normal but not right (may be too peaked);refers to a
middle ear with negative pressure. A child with this type of tympanogram
should be monitored and may need medical attention. Such a
tympanogram may be caused by retraction of the eardrum or blockage of
the Eustachian tube.
Vision Screening in <1 year old
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As part of each well-child visit, eye health, vision development, and
alignment of the eyes should be checked.
Findings that merit watchful waiting: Chemical conjunctivitis in neonates
Referral considering age of patient: Eye alignment, not making eye contact
Ostosclerosis vs Presbycusis
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Otitis externa: Commonly caused by infection (bacterial). Discomfort in
external auditory canal with drainage, swelling, and erythema. MOisture is
common culprit (swimmers ear). Tx: acidification with a topical solution of
2% acetic acid and hydro-cortisone.
Otitis media: Acute onset with middle ear effusion, inflammation, and
pain/fever. Caused by eustachian tube dysfunction.
Tympanogram results
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, Tympanometry measures the capacity of the middle ear to transfer sound
energy.
What do they indicate:
Type A: Normal Tympanogram is shaped like a tent
Type B: Abnormal; needs medical attention (flat)
Type C: Almost normal but not right (may be too peaked);refers to a
middle ear with negative pressure. A child with this type of tympanogram
should be monitored and may need medical attention. Such a
tympanogram may be caused by retraction of the eardrum or blockage of
the Eustachian tube.
Vision Screening in <1 year old
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As part of each well-child visit, eye health, vision development, and
alignment of the eyes should be checked.
Findings that merit watchful waiting: Chemical conjunctivitis in neonates
Referral considering age of patient: Eye alignment, not making eye contact
Ostosclerosis vs Presbycusis
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