How Does Otitis Media Develop?
Otitis Media usually occurs when an infection from the common cold find its way into the middle ear. One of the main contributing factors frequently associated with Otitis Media is a problem with the Eustachian tube. The Eustachian tube is basically a small opening connecting the middle chamber of the ear to the back of the throat. Otitis Media, while frequently caused by infections, can also be caused by a variety of other things, such as food allergies, intolerance to dairy, and secondhand smoke. Regardless of the cause, if the Eustachian tube is blocked or impaired, fluid is likely to accumulate in the middle ear chamber, causing the eardrum to bulge and cause pain from the pressure.
