How is chronic otitis media with effusion (OME) differentiated from acute otitis media (AOM)?
A) 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 feeling of fullness in the ear or other nonspecific complaints. Fever is a sign of AOM. OME does not cause severe pain. This may be a sign of AOM. Nausea and vomiting are associated with otitis media.

How Is Chronic Otitis Media with Effusion (OME) Differentiated from Acute