Chronic otitis media with effusion (OME)is differentiated from acute otitis media (AOM)because it is usually characterized by:
A)Fever as high as 40° C (104° F).
B)Severe pain in the ear.
C)Nausea and vomiting.
D)A feeling of fullness in the ear.

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OME is characterized by an immobile or orange-discolored tympanic membrane and nonspecific complaints and does not cause severe pain.Fever and severe pain may be signs of AOM.Nausea and vomiting are associated with otitis media.

Chronic Otitis Media with Effusion (OME)is Differentiated from Acute Otitis