A Clinical Study of Non-Otogenic Otalgia: Etiological Patterns and Associated Factors

Background

Otalgia is a common presenting complaint in otorhinolaryngology. Although primary otalgia results from pathology within the ear, non-otogenic otalgia represents referred pain originating from anatomical structures that share sensory innervation with the ear. Identifying the underlying source may be challenging, particularly when otoscopic examination is normal.

Objective