ASOM is an acute infection of the middle ear, usually following a cold or throat infection. It leads to fluid or pus build-up behind the eardrum, causing pain, fever, and sometimes ear discharge.
Symptoms and Causes
Severe ear pain, hearing loss, fever
Ear discharge (pus) in some cases
Irritability in children
Common causes: bacterial/viral infections, throat or nasal infections spreading to the ear.
Treatments
Antibiotics or antiviral medications
Pain relief and decongestants
In some cases, ear cleaning or drainage of fluid
Proper follow-up to avoid complications like chronic ear infection or hearing damage.
