Research Notes on Ear Infections in Adults
Ear infections in adults are less common than they are in children.1 The most common causes of adult ear infections are bacteria or viruses that get inside the ear.1 An ENT doctor will normally look inside the patient's ear for inflammation or fluid that may have build up or have caused hearing loss.1
Fast Facts:
- They may be caused by infections in the eustachian tube, near the inner ear.2
- They can cause a sore throat, a cold, or other respiratory or breathing problems.1
- Common symptoms include a fever, an earache, and hearing loss.1
- They can be treated with antibiotics. 1
Top Resources on Ear Infections in Adults
- eMedTV: Adult Ear Infections
- Buzzle: Adult Ear Infection: Complications, Treatments and Prevention
- HealthSquare: Otitis Media in Adults
- FamilyDoctor: Ear Problems
- American Academy of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery: Treatment: Ear Tubes
Research Notes References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 eMedTV: Adult Ear Infections
- ↑ Buzzle: Adult Ear Infection: Complications, Treatments and Prevention
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