(H70.9) Mastoiditis, unspecified
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Diagnosis mastoiditis, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 17.45% more likely than Women
Men receive the diagnosis mastoiditis, unspecified
2 542 (3.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis mastoiditis, unspecified
624 (1.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease mastoiditis, unspecified - Men and Women aged 0-5
Disease Features mastoiditis, unspecified
Mastoiditis, unspecified - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - mastoiditis, unspecified
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete physical examination
- Blood tests
- Imaging tests such as X-rays and CT scans
- Ear examination
- Culture of fluid from the ear
- Biopsy of the mastoid bone
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Administer antibiotics to reduce inflammation and eliminate the infection.
- Prescribe pain medication to relieve pain and discomfort.
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medications to reduce inflammation.
- Prescribe oral steroids to reduce inflammation.
- Perform a surgical procedure to remove infected areas of the mastoid bone.
- Monitor the patient for signs of complications, such as hearing loss or facial nerve damage.
- Provide patient education about the disease and the importance of follow-up care.
Mastoiditis, unspecified - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease mastoiditis, unspecified
Ear discharge
(Ear drainage, Ear fluid, Ear oozing, Ear secretion, Ear seepage, Ear wetness, Ear leak, Ear run-off, Ear wetting, Ear weeping)
Ear discharge is a common symptom of ear infection. It is usually a yellowish, greenish, or whitish fluid that drains from the ear. As the infection worsens, the discharge can become thicker, darker, and smell bad. Ear discharge can also be accompanied by pain, itching, and ringing in the ear. It ca...
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 ...
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...
Facial asymmetry
(Uneven face, Crooked face, Facial imbalance, Asymmetrical face, Lopsided face, Imbalanced face, Off-balance face, Unequal face, Unequal sides of face, Asymmetric face)
Facial asymmetry is a condition in which the left and right sides of the face do not match in size or shape. It can be caused by trauma, congenital malformations, or a number of other conditions. It can manifest as a drooping of one side of the face, a crooked smile, or a difference in the size of t...
Incomplete closure of the eyes
(Inability to close eyes, Inability to shut eyes, Inability to blink, Inability to wink, Inability to squint, Inability to narrow eyes, Inability to close eyelids, Inability to shut eyelids, Inability to blink eyelids, Inability to wink eyelids, Inabi...)
Incomplete closure of the eyes is an eye condition where the eyelids do not close completely when the eyes are closed. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, including dry eye, eyelid laxity, facial nerve palsy, and thyroid eye disease. It is characterized by a feeling of dryness, irritation, ...
High temperature 38-42°
(Fever, Pyrexia, Hyperthermia, Heatstroke, Hyperpyrexia, Hyperthermy, Hypertherm, High fever, High temperature, Elevated temperature)
High temperature, also known as fever, is a symptom of infection or illness. It is characterized by an elevated body temperature of 38-42°C (100-107°F). It is usually accompanied by other symptoms such as chills, sweating, headache, and malaise. Fever develops when the body's thermoregulatory system...
Skin redness
(Rash, Erythema, Flushing, Inflammation, Blotchiness, Itching, Burning, Irritation, Discoloration, Tenderness)
Skin redness is a common symptom of many medical conditions. It can range from a mild pink flush on the cheeks to a deep red rash across the body. It is often accompanied by itching, burning, and swelling. It can develop quickly or over time, and can be triggered by a variety of factors such as alle...
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...