|Articles|March 1, 2006

Examine the Good Before the Bad

When examining a patient who complains of earache, start by looking in the "good" ear.

When examining a patient who complains of earache, start by looking in the "good" ear. Using this ear as a basis for comparison can help you pick up subtle changes in the affected ear.

- Amy Siegel, MD Burlington, Vt

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