Occasionally, the eardrum may burst and the fluid drains from the ear. If left untreated, Acute Otitis Media may lead to more sever middle or inner ear conditions. In a tympanometry test the results may reveal a type B or type C tympanogram . The treatment of Otitis Media is controversial. There is friction regarding medical and surgical treatment.
Studies support both methods as superior.
In the end the decision is up to the parents and the child s health care provider. Therefore it is important to weigh the pros and cons of all procedures. First, some studies indicate that observation is best. Often after 3 to 6 months, middle ear fluid clears up in some children without treatment. The second option is treatment with antibiotics.