(H66) Suppurative and unspecified otitis media
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Diagnosis suppurative and unspecified otitis media is diagnosed Men are 10.43% more likely than Women
Men receive the diagnosis suppurative and unspecified otitis media
1 772 (0.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis suppurative and unspecified otitis media
1 648 (0.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease suppurative and unspecified otitis media - Men and Women aged 0-5
Disease Features suppurative and unspecified otitis media
Suppurative and unspecified otitis media - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - suppurative and unspecified otitis media
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the ear
- Tympanometry
- Audiometry
- Imaging tests such as CT scan or MRI
- Laboratory tests such as blood tests, culture tests, or genetic tests
- Endoscopy
- Allergy testing
- Hearing tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Prescribe antibiotics to reduce infection
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medications
- Advise the patient to use warm compresses on the affected ear
- Provide instructions on proper ear hygiene
- Advise the patient to avoid swimming
- Advise the patient to avoid contact with people with colds and other infections
- Advise the patient to avoid loud noises
- Prescribe decongestants to reduce swelling
- Prescribe pain relievers to reduce discomfort
- Perform a tympanoplasty to repair the eardrum if necessary
Suppurative and unspecified otitis media - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease suppurative and unspecified otitis media
Ear congestion
(Blocked ears, Clogged ears, Stuffy ears, Ear fullness, Ear obstruction, Impacted ear wax, Ear pressure, Ear congestion)
Ear congestion is a feeling of fullness or blockage in the ear. It is often accompanied by muffled hearing, pain, and a popping or crackling sound. It can be caused by a build-up of wax, fluid, or an infection. It can develop gradually or suddenly, and can last from a few days to several weeks. Ear ...
Clogged ear
(Stopped up ear, Blocked ear, Plugged ear, Stuffy ear, Muffled hearing, Occluded ear, Impaired hearing, Congested ear, Clogged auditory canal, Full ear)
Clogged ear is a symptom characterized by a feeling of fullness or pressure in the ear. It is often accompanied by muffled hearing, pain in the ear, and ringing in the ear. It is usually caused by fluid or wax buildup in the ear canal. It can develop gradually over time or suddenly due to a cold or ...
Hearing loss
(Auditory impairment, Deafness, Hearing impairment, Hearing reduction, Partial deafness, Sensorineural hearing loss, Hearing difficulty, Hearing deficiency, Auditory handicap, Auditory disability)
Hearing loss is a decrease in the ability to hear sound. It can be temporary or permanent and can range from mild to severe. Symptoms may include ringing in the ears, difficulty understanding speech, and difficulty hearing high-pitched sounds. Hearing loss can develop gradually over time, or it can ...
Bloody discharge from the ear
(Hemorrhage from ear, Ear bleeding, Otorrhea, Scarlet fluid from ear, Ear oozing, Sanguineous fluid from ear, Bloody fluid from ear, Crimson discharge from ear, Ear seepage, Ear exudate)
Bloody discharge from the ear is a symptom of a more serious underlying condition, such as infection or trauma. It may appear as a trickle or a steady stream of bright red, dark red, or brownish blood. It may also be accompanied by other symptoms such as ear pain, hearing loss, dizziness, and/or a f...