Which of the following statements regarding otitis media is NOT true?

a. It is a fungal infection.
b. It is commonly called a middle ear infection.
c. Pathogens from the throat enter the middle ear through the eustachian tube.
d. It is often preceded by an upper respiratory infection.


a
Explanation:
a. It is a fungal infection: correct
b. It is commonly called a middle ear infection: a true statement
c. Pathogens from the throat enter the middle ear through the eustachian tube: a true statement
d. It is often preceded by an upper respiratory infection: a true statement

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