Identifing Otitis Media.
In trying to identify otitis media, it is helpful to be aware of the following symptoms:
Pus or fluid in the Eustachian tube or in the ear
Sensation of fullness in the ear
Pain in the ear
Inflammation in the ear
Fever
Hearing loss
Dizziness
Coughing and a runny nose are often associated with upper respiratory infections and should be monitored. Otitis media is most commonly found in children, persons with allergies, and persons with medical conditions such as a cleft palate.
It’s important to know which ailment you have as it may not be what you first thought, have you considered that you may have Tinnitus?