Abstract
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A 2-year-old child presents with a 5-day history of tugging at his left ear. He initially had a fever that has settled. Otoscopic examination reveals a bulging, inflamed tympanic membrane, but no visible perforation.
Flucloxacillin for 5 days Provide safety-netting advice and review in 72 hours if not improving Refer to audiology to test for hearing loss Topical antibiotic/steroid drops Urgent same-day referral to exclude mastoiditis
Answer DOI: 10.1177/17557380241246405i