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(H65.2) Chronic serous otitis media
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2 380 557 in individuals diagnosis chronic serous otitis media confirmed
Diagnosis chronic serous otitis media is diagnosed Men are 12.18% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis chronic serous otitis media
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Women receive the diagnosis chronic serous otitis media
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease chronic serous otitis media - Men and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features chronic serous otitis media
Absence or low individual and public risk
Chronic serous otitis media - what does this mean
Chronic serous otitis media is an inflammatory middle ear condition characterized by a persistent accumulation of fluid in the middle ear space due to a malfunctioning of the eustachian tube. this results in a buildup of fluid, which can lead to hearing loss and other complications.
What happens during the disease - chronic serous otitis media
Chronic serous otitis media is a chronic inflammation of the middle ear caused by an accumulation of fluid behind the eardrum. this is usually caused by a blockage of the eustachian tube, which is responsible for draining fluid from the middle ear to the back of the throat. this blockage can be caused by allergies, colds, or sinus infections. the fluid buildup can cause a feeling of pressure, pain, and hearing loss, and can also lead to infection if not treated.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the ear
- Audiometry
- Tympanometry
- Middle ear X-ray
- CT scan of the temporal bone
- MRI of the temporal bone
- Blood tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms and prevent further complications of chronic serous otitis media.
- Prescribe antibiotics to reduce infection
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medications to reduce inflammation
- Prescribe decongestants to reduce fluid buildup
- Prescribe steroids to reduce inflammation
- Perform a tympanostomy to drain fluid
- Perform a myringotomy to reduce fluid buildup
- Perform a hearing test to assess hearing loss
- Prescribe hearing aids to improve hearing
- Conduct a balance test to assess balance problems
- Prescribe balance therapy to improve balance
- Prescribe physical therapy to improve ear muscle strength
- Prescribe speech therapy to improve communication skills
- Prescribe psychological therapy to reduce stress and anxiety
7 Days of Hospitalization Required
45 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Chronic serous otitis media - Prevention
To prevent chronic serous otitis media, it is important to maintain good hygiene, avoid smoking, avoid exposure to loud noises, and treat any underlying medical conditions that may be causing the condition. it is also important to avoid swimming in polluted water, as this can increase the risk of developing the condition.