Definitions for "Glue ear"
Glue ear is a condition in which a sticky, glue-like fluid builds up in the ear. It is an extremely common condition that affects mainly young children aged between two and five years old. In most children, glue ear clears up on its own. However, up to 5% of children get persistent glue ear which, if left untreated, causes long term hearing loss.
A type of Otitis Media (ear infection), common in children, where fluid exists in the middle ear in the absence of fever or inflammation of the eardrum. It is also referred to as Otitis Media with effusion (OME). The fluid is often quite thick and it may be in the ear temporarily or could persist for many months.
another name for otitis media.