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Otitis Media with Effusion (Glue Ear)

NICE NG176 — watchful waiting 6–12 weeks, hearing assessment, grommets / hearing aids for persistent + bilateral.

Source: NICE NG176 (2021)

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Recognise — Common in Children

OME / glue ear: non-purulent middle ear effusion without acute infection; typically children 1–6y. Features: hearing loss, speech / language delay, balance problems, behavioural changes. Examination: dull / retracted TM, fluid level / bubbles, reduced TM mobility on pneumatic otoscopy. Verify all paediatric drug doses against BNFc if applicable.

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Curated clinical cross-links plus same-class fallbacks.

Decision support only. Always apply local guidelines and clinical judgement.