Otoscope Examination

In an otoscope, you should see a clear view of the ear canal and the tympanic membrane (eardrum). The ear canal should appear healthy without signs of redness, swelling, or blockages, and the tympanic membrane should be intact and translucent.

An ear infection through an otoscope may present redness, inflammation, and a cloudy tympanic membrane appearance. Pus or fluid accumulation behind the eardrum may also be visible, indicating an infection that requires further assessment and treatment.