Is otitis media related to colds?

Patient's question:

Patient is male, 3 years old, pediatric otitis media

Doctor's answer:

Otitis media is most commonly characterized by a feeling of fullness or blockage in the ear, hearing loss, and tinnitus. It often occurs after a cold or develops unnoticed. Sometimes, a change in head position can improve hearing. There may be a sensation of self-amplified sound. Some patients may experience mild ear pain. In children, it is often.
Children's otitis media has a significant impact on patients, so it is recommended that patients seek timely treatment from a specialist under the guidance of a doctor. Daily, it is advisable to drink more water and pay more attention to dietary issues, hoping that the child can recover as soon as possible!