Earache and glue ear.
In most cases, the cause of an earache is obvious. If the cause is not apparent after careful inspection, a systematic approach to the associated causes and sites of referred pain is necessary. Glue ear is the most frequent cause of hearing loss in children. The diagnosis, investigation and management have been described. Recurrent earache from pressure change or from recurrent middle ear infection is an important clue to the presence of a glue ear.
D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D004423:Ear / Q000294:innervation; D004427:Ear Diseases / Q000209:etiology; D006311:Hearing Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis; D006801:Humans; D010033:Otitis Media / Q000628:therapy; D012008:Recurrence