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Dr Ronald Chin’s Explanation Of Effusion

Effusion is when fluids in the middle ear are without signs or symptoms of an acute ear infection. Fluids build up in the middle ear and Eustachian tube, placing pressure on the tympanic membrane. It prevents the tympanic membrane from vibrating properly.

It commonly occurs in young children. It’s most common in the winter. It usually precedes and follows AOM.

Its risk factors include young age, daycare, tobacco smoke, down syndrome, bottle feeding when supine, and family history.

Glue ear, after draining the ear drum

Glue ear, intact ear drum

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