Mastoiditis Flashcards
1
Q
What is mastoiditis?
A
Infection spreads from the middle to the mastoid air spaces of the temporal bone.
2
Q
What are the possible features of mastoiditis?
A
otalgia
History of recurrent otitis media
Fever
Very unwell
Swelling, erythema and tenderness over the mastoid process
Eternal ear protrudes forward
ear discharge
3
Q
Where is the ear pain typically felt in mastoiditis?
A
Severe and behind the ear
4
Q
When might there be discharge present in mastoiditis?
A
If the eardrum has perforated
5
Q
How is mastoiditis usually diagnosed?
A
Clinically
6
Q
What scan can be done for mastoiditis if complications are suspected?
A
CT scan
7
Q
What is the management of mastoiditis?
A
IV antibiotics
8
Q
What are the possible complications of mastoiditis?
A
facial nerve palsy
hearing loss
meningitis
