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(H70.1) Chronic mastoiditis
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132 874 in individuals diagnosis chronic mastoiditis confirmed
3 166 deaths with diagnosis chronic mastoiditis
2% mortality rate associated with the disease chronic mastoiditis
Diagnosis chronic mastoiditis is diagnosed Men are 17.45% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis chronic mastoiditis
2 542 (3.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis chronic mastoiditis
624 (1.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease chronic mastoiditis - Men and Women aged 0-5
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 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features chronic mastoiditis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Chronic mastoiditis - what does this mean
Chronic mastoiditis is an infection of the mastoid bone, which is located behind the ear, which develops when bacteria spread from the middle ear into the mastoid bone. it is usually caused by a bacterial infection that is not treated early or adequately, resulting in persistent inflammation and infection of the mastoid bone.
What happens during the disease - chronic mastoiditis
Chronic mastoiditis is an infection of the mastoid bone, which is a part of the temporal bone in the skull. it is caused by bacteria entering the mastoid bone through the eustachian tube, which connects the middle ear to the back of the throat. the infection can spread to the middle ear and cause inflammation and pain. if left untreated, the infection can cause permanent damage to the inner ear, hearing loss, and facial nerve damage.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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12 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Chronic mastoiditis - Prevention
Chronic mastoiditis can be prevented by avoiding exposure to ear infections, keeping the ears clean, and avoiding the use of cotton swabs in the ear canal. additionally, it is important to seek prompt medical attention for any signs of infection, such as fever, pain, redness, or drainage from the ear.