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(H74.8) Other specified disorders of middle ear and mastoid
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737 100 in individuals diagnosis other specified disorders of middle ear and mastoid confirmed
Diagnosis other specified disorders of middle ear and mastoid is diagnosed Women are 0.99% more likely than Men
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0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other specified disorders of middle ear and mastoid
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other specified disorders of middle ear and mastoid - Men aged 10-14 and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 85-89, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-84, 90-94
Disease Features other specified disorders of middle ear and mastoid
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other specified disorders of middle ear and mastoid - what does this mean
Other specified disorders of middle ear and mastoid occur when the middle ear cavity and/or the mastoid air cells become infected or inflamed due to viral or bacterial infections, allergies, or trauma, resulting in symptoms such as pain, hearing loss, and dizziness.
What happens during the disease - other specified disorders of middle ear and mastoid
Other specified disorders of middle ear and mastoid is a broad term that encompasses a variety of conditions that can affect the middle ear and mastoid. these conditions include chronic otitis media, cholesteatoma, ossicular chain disruption, and mucosal polyp formation. the primary cause of these conditions is typically related to chronic inflammation of the middle ear from eustachian tube dysfunction or recurrent bacterial or viral infections. this inflammation can lead to the development of scar tissue and fluid accumulation in the middle ear, which can cause hearing loss, tinnitus, and vertigo. in some cases, the inflammation can spread to the mastoid, causing more serious complications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Otoscopic examination
- Audiometric testing
- Imaging studies such as CT or MRI scans
- Endoscopic examination
- Lab tests to detect infection
- Allergy testing
- Hearing aid evaluation
- Balance testing
- Cochlear implant evaluation
- Tympanometry
- Acoustic reflex testing
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the symptoms of Other specified disorders of middle ear and mastoid.
- Administer antibiotics to reduce the severity of infection.
- Prescribe steroid medications to reduce inflammation.
- Prescribe antihistamines to reduce allergic reactions.
- Perform a tympanoplasty to repair the ear drum.
- Perform a mastoidectomy to remove diseased tissue.
- Administer antifungal medications to treat fungal infections.
- Administer antiviral medications to treat viral infections.
- Perform a myringotomy to relieve pressure in the middle ear.
- Prescribe decongestants to reduce congestion.
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medications to reduce inflammation.
5 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other specified disorders of middle ear and mastoid - Prevention
The best way to prevent other specified disorders of middle ear and mastoid is to practice good hygiene habits, such as washing hands regularly, avoiding contact with people who have colds or other infections, and avoiding smoking. additionally, it is important to use ear protection when exposed to loud noises and to avoid using cotton swabs in the ear canal.