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was first used: sometime in the early 15th century. - Spire Healthcare

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Glue ear - management<br />

No evidence of benefit<br />

• Low dose antibiotics<br />

• Topical nasal steroid spray<br />

• Nasal decongestants, mucolytics, mucolytics,<br />

anti-<br />

histam<strong>in</strong>es<br />

• Homeopathy, cranial osteopathy<br />

– 40% OME resolves spontaneously <strong>in</strong> 3 months<br />

Known to be of preventative benefit<br />

• Parents stop smok<strong>in</strong>g<br />

• Breast feed<strong>in</strong>g reduces OME<br />

Mr Sam Jayaraj Consultant ENT<br />

Surgeon

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