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| Age | Moderate to severe earacheTemperature ≥ 39.0 ºC or otorrhea | Mild earache Temperature <39.0 ºc |
|---|---|---|
| <6 months | Antibacterial treatment | Antibacterial treatment |
| 6 months < x < 2 years | Antibacterial treatment | Antibacterial treatment in bilateral AOM Observation in unilateral AOM |
| ≥ 2 years | Antibacterial treatment | Observation |
*Modified from (3)
