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(A18.6+) Tuberculosis of ear
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193 125 in individuals diagnosis tuberculosis of ear confirmed
5 446 deaths with diagnosis tuberculosis of ear
3% mortality rate associated with the disease tuberculosis of ear
Diagnosis tuberculosis of ear is diagnosed Women are 2.90% more likely than Men
93 767
Men receive the diagnosis tuberculosis of ear
2 919 (3.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis tuberculosis of ear
2 527 (2.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease tuberculosis of ear - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 65-69
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features tuberculosis of ear
Absence or low individual and public risk
Tuberculosis of ear - what does this mean
Tuberculosis of the ear, also known as ototuberculosis, is an infection caused by the mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria. it usually occurs when the bacteria spread from an existing infection in the lungs or other parts of the body to the ear, and can cause inflammation, hearing loss, and pain.
What happens during the disease - tuberculosis of ear
Tuberculosis of the ear is caused by the bacteria mycobacterium tuberculosis, which is inhaled into the lungs. from there, the bacteria can spread through the bloodstream to the middle ear, where it can cause inflammation and infection. the infection can lead to the destruction of the eardrum and the bones of the middle ear, resulting in hearing loss. if left untreated, the infection can spread to the mastoid bone and cause severe complications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the ear
- Hearing test
- CT scan of the ear
- MRI scan of the ear
- X-ray of the ear
- Biopsy of the ear
- Blood test
- Sputum test
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the symptoms and eradicate the disease
- Prescribe antibiotics to reduce the bacterial infection
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medication to reduce inflammation
- Advise the patient to use ear drops to reduce pain and discomfort
- Advise the patient to avoid loud noises
- Advise the patient to use a warm compress to reduce inflammation
- Perform a surgical procedure to remove the infected tissue
- Schedule regular follow-up visits to monitor the progress of the treatment
63 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Tuberculosis of ear - Prevention
The best way to prevent tuberculosis of the ear is to get vaccinated against the disease, practice good hygiene, and avoid contact with anyone known to have the disease. additionally, individuals should get regular medical checkups to monitor for any signs or symptoms of the disease.