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describe the process of carrying out an ear examination

  1. inspect the pinnae, mastoid, pre-auricular region and conceal bone for any abnormalities

  2. palpate tragus and lymph nodes for any swelling

  3. pull the ear upwards and backwards, insert the otoscope

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how would a viral ear infection appear

red inside

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how would a fungal ear infection appear

yellow or black spores present

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how would swimmers osteoma appear

smooth lumps inside the ear

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how would otitis media appear

dull membrane

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