Definition
Mastoiditis is an inflammation of mastoid process (bone), the portion of the temporal bone of the skull that is behind the ear. Mastoid process contains open, air-containing spaces. Mastoiditis used to be a leading cause of child mortality.
Mastoiditis can be acute, chronic or recurrent.
Causes
In most cases, Mastoiditis is caused by certain gram-positive bacteria such as streptococci pyrogenes, Staphylococcus aureus, etc. Gram-negative bacteria can rarely cause Mastoiditis.
- Mastoiditis is usually caused by the infection of the middle ear, which is called acute otitis media. Infection from middle ear spreads to the air cells of the mastoid process.
- Mastoiditis may be the result of blockage of ear drainage. A skin tumor in the middle ear called Cholesteotoma may block the ear drainage.
- Perforation of tympanic membrane may also lead to Mastoiditis.
Symptoms
- Discomfort or pain behind the ear.
- Discharge of pus, fluid from ear.
- Redness and swelling behind the ear.
- Fever or headache in case of acute Mastoiditis.
- Hearing loss and vertigo
Diagnosis
It is best diagnosed clinically with the help of detail history and physical examination. CT scan, MRI and X-ray help to confirm the diagnosis and evaluate the extent of disease.
Complications
- Hearing loss
- Vertigo
- Meningitis
- Facial nerve palsy
- Brain abscess
Treatment Options for Mastoiditis
Conventional Treatment for Mastoiditis
In conventional medicines, Mastoiditis is treated with broad-spectrum antibiotics, often administer through intra-venous route.
Homeopathic Treatment for Mastoiditis
Homeopathic medicines help to treat the acute infection as well as the chronic and recurring infections. If the acute infection is very severe, homeopathy may not help fast enough. However, chronic and recurring Mastoiditis finds excellent treatment using homeopathy.
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