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(H73) Other disorders of tympanic membrane
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18 604 in individuals diagnosis other disorders of tympanic membrane confirmed
Diagnosis other disorders of tympanic membrane is diagnosed Equally Common in Men and Women
9 302
Men receive the diagnosis other disorders of tympanic membrane
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other disorders of tympanic membrane
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other disorders of tympanic membrane - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 45-49
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-69, 75-79
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 70-74, 80-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 70-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-69
Disease Features other disorders of tympanic membrane
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other disorders of tympanic membrane - what does this mean
Other disorders of the tympanic membrane occur when the eardrum is damaged or infected due to trauma, infection, or exposure to loud noise. this can cause pain, hearing loss, and tinnitus. treatment for these disorders depends on the cause and may include antibiotics, surgery, or hearing aids.
What happens during the disease - other disorders of tympanic membrane
Other disorders of tympanic membrane can be caused by a variety of factors, including trauma, infection, and changes in pressure. trauma can include direct physical damage to the eardrum, such as from a foreign object entering the ear canal, or from a sudden loud noise. infections can cause inflammation of the eardrum, leading to pain and fluid buildup. changes in pressure, such as when flying or diving, can also cause the eardrum to become stretched or torn. these disorders can also lead to hearing loss, dizziness, and tinnitus.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the ear
- Audiometry
- Tympanometry
- Acoustic reflectometry
- CT scan of the temporal bone
- MRI scan of the temporal bone
- Biopsy of the tympanic membrane
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the symptoms of Other Disorders of Tympanic Membrane and prevent further complications
- Administer medications to reduce inflammation of the tympanic membrane.
- Perform a tympanostomy tube insertion to allow ventilation of the middle ear.
- Perform a myringotomy to remove fluid from the middle ear.
- Prescribe antibiotics to treat any underlying infection.
- Prescribe antihistamines to reduce any allergic reactions.
- Clean the ear canal to remove any debris.
- Provide education on proper ear hygiene.
- Refer to an otolaryngologist for further evaluation and treatment.
6 Days of Hospitalization Required
36 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Other disorders of tympanic membrane - Prevention
The best way to prevent other disorders of the tympanic membrane is to practice good hygiene and avoid contact with people who may be infected with an illness that could cause these disorders. additionally, avoiding loud noises and wearing ear plugs when exposed to loud noises can help to prevent damage to the tympanic membrane.