Conquering Otitis Media

Book excerpt: Nearly 90% of children have had otitis media, or middle ear disease, b y the time they reach 5 years of age. This book will help you understa nd the different forms of otitis media that may (or may not) require t reatment with an anitbiotic or other medications, such as over-the-cou nter remedies. Reading it will help you understand the causes of the i nfection; the impact of anitbiotic-resistant bacteria that can cause t he disease; the importance of fluid in the middle ear; why some childr en are more affected than others; and how to prevent future attacks.