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Case 1: Acute Otitis Media - ManagementDiagnosis:%u2022 Acute Otitis Media:Management:%u2022 Pain relief:%u2022 Paracetamol or ibuprofen, dosed appropriately for age/weight%u2022 Antibiotics:%u2022 Amoxicillin 40-90 mg/kg/day in 2 divided doses for 5-7 days%u2022 If penicillin allergic: Erythromycin or clarithromycin%u2022 Follow-up in 48-72 hours if symptoms persist%u2022 Educate parents on:%u2022 Completing the full course of antibiotics%u2022 Signs of complications (e.g., persistent fever, worsening pain)
