Abstract
Introduction: Otitis media with effusion is a common issue among young children. If not treated, it can lead to serious problems like hearing loss and difficulties in speaking. Methods: The study aims to determine how common bilateral otitis media with effusion is among preschool children experiencing speech difficulties. Results: Out of 343 children included in this study, 7 children were diagnosed as bilateral otitis media with effusion and the prevalence was 2.04%, the more prevalence was by age of 4 years then 5 years and the least was in 6 years. Conclusions: Prevalence of bilateral otitis media with effusion in preschool age children with speech difficulty in audiology unit in ENT department in Hilla teaching hospital was 2.04%.
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