(H92.1) Otorrhoea
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Diagnosis otorrhoea is diagnosed Men are 6.58% more likely than Women
Men receive the diagnosis otorrhoea
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis otorrhoea
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease otorrhoea - Men and Women aged 0-5
Disease Features otorrhoea
Otorrhoea - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - otorrhoea
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the ear
- Otoscopic examination of the ear
- Tympanometry
- Audiometry
- Nasopharyngoscopy
- Blood tests
- CT scan
- MRI scan
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Prescribe antibiotics to reduce the infection
- Prescribe decongestants to reduce the inflammation
- Instruct the patient to use a warm compress to reduce the pain
- Advise the patient to avoid swimming or any activities that may cause water to enter the ear
- Advise the patient to avoid using earbuds or any objects that may cause trauma to the ear
- Instruct the patient to clean the ear with a cotton swab
- Advise the patient to avoid using ear drops that may contain alcohol
- Prescribe oral steroids if necessary
Otorrhoea - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease otorrhoea
Dizziness
(Vertigo, Lightheadedness, Giddiness, Faintness, Unsteadiness, Dazed, Spinning, Disorientation, Unbalanced, Foggy, Loss of balance, Uncoordinated, Confusion)
Dizziness is a sensation of feeling off-balance and lightheaded. It can range from mild to severe and can be accompanied by a feeling of spinning or swaying. It can develop suddenly or gradually, and can be triggered by physical activity, changes in position, or lack of food or fluids. Symptoms can ...
Impaired coordination
(Lack of coordination, Clumsiness, Unsteadiness, Uncoordinated, Ineptitude, Awkwardness, Fumbling, Unskillfulness, Uncoordination, Clumsy, Unbalanced, Imbalance, Inability to coordinate, Lack of balance)
Impaired coordination is a condition where the body's ability to coordinate movement is compromised. It can manifest as difficulty with fine motor skills, such as writing or buttoning a shirt, or gross motor skills, such as walking or running. It can also cause clumsiness or a lack of balance. This ...
Otorrhea
(Ear discharge, Ear drainage, Ear leak, Ear secretion, Ear seepage, Ear weepage, Otorrhea)
Otorrhea is a symptom of an ear infection, characterized by a yellow or greenish discharge from the ear. It typically develops with inflammation of the ear canal, and can be accompanied by itching, pain, and hearing loss. Symptoms can range from mild to severe, with the severity dependent on the und...
Noise in ears
(Ringing in ears, Buzzing in ears, Humming in ears, Hissing in ears, Roaring in ears, Whistling in ears, Tinnitus, Ears ringing, Ears buzzing)
Noise in the ears, also known as tinnitus, is a symptom in which a person hears a sound in their ears without an external source. It can range from a low, buzzing sound to a loud, high-pitched ringing. It can occur suddenly or gradually, and can be constant or intermittent. Tinnitus can be caused by...
Runny nose
Runny nose is a common symptom of a cold or allergies. It is characterized by a clear, watery discharge from the nose and can be accompanied by sneezing, watery eyes, and a sore throat. Runny nose usually begins with a feeling of congestion, followed by a runny discharge that can range from thin and...
Headache
(Cephalalgia, Hedache, Pounding head, Throbbing head, Ache, Pounding pain, Throbbing pain, Head pain, Migraine, Tension headache)
Headache is a common symptom that can range from mild to severe. It typically develops gradually and can be localized or generalized. Common types of headache include tension-type, migraine, cluster, and sinus headaches, each with their own unique characteristics and manifestations. Tension-type hea...
Ear ache
(Earache, Ear pain, Otalgia, Auricular pain, Auricular discomfort, Auricular soreness, Otodynia, Earache discomfort, Earache soreness, Earache pain)
Ear ache is a common symptom of infection or inflammation in the ear. It can range from a dull, continuous pain to a sharp, sudden pain. It can be accompanied by swelling, redness, and tenderness in and around the ear, as well as a feeling of fullness and ringing in the ear. It can develop gradually...
Hearing loss
(Auditory impairment, Deafness, Hearing impairment, Hearing reduction, Partial deafness, Sensorineural hearing loss, Presbycusis)
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 ...
Elevated temperature 37-38 °
(High temperature, Fever, Feverishness, Pyrexia, Hyperthermia, Heat, Warmth, Hyperpyrexia, Hyperthermy, Thermalgia)
Elevated temperature is a symptom of illness where the body temperature is higher than normal. It typically appears as a fever, with the temperature ranging from 37-38°C. It is often accompanied by other symptoms such as chills, body aches, and fatigue. Elevated temperature can develop over a few da...