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Otitis media refers to inflammation of the middle ear. When infection occurs, the condition is called acute otitis media, or ear infection. Acute otitis media occurs when a cold, allergy, or upper respiratory infection (including the nose, sinuses, larynx or voice box, and throat) and the presence of bacteria or viruses lead to the accumulation of pus, inflammation, and mucus behind the eardrum, blocking the eustachian tube (tube leading from the ear to the throat). Earache is painful due to swelling, but usually does not require treatment. More fluid may collect and push against the eardrum, .... Read more
Otitis externa: Otitis externa, or swimmer's ear, is an infection of the outer ear structures. It typically occurs in swimmers, but the since the cause of the infection is water trapped in the ear canal, bathing or showering may also cause this common infection.
Infection: Ear infections can start with a bacterial or viral infection (such as those causing common cold). In such cases, the middle ear becomes inflamed from the infection, and fluid builds up behind the eardrum. Bacteria cause about 65-75% of all ear infections. The most common types are Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Moraxella catarrhalis.
Age: Children between ages six and 18 months are the most susceptible to ear infections, although ear infections are common from ages four months to four years. Group child care: Children cared for in group settings, such as classrooms or daycare, are more likely to get colds and ear infections than are children who stay home.
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