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Medical Conditions - Cholesteatoma

Cholesteatoma is a cyst or noncancerous growth that develops behind the eardrum, usually in the middle section of the ear. The condition may occur following repeated ear infections or may be present as a birth defect. As the condition progresses, this abnormal growth may increase in size and damage the delicate bones of the ear. This may eventually lead to impaired hearing, affect the balance, and dysfunction of the facial muscles.

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A friend has had an ear infection for more than 15 years with a foul odor, bloodstains, and hearing difficulty. What could it be?

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Can facial nerve damage during mastoidectomy be repaired?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The risk of facial nerve injury even in revision mastoid surgeries is less than 10 %.

Can cholesteatoma recur after surgery?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I have reviewed your medical history of cholesteatoma surgery. There is a possibility of recurrence, given the nature of this condition.

Can the cotton balls left after the cholesteatoma surgery be removed from the eustachian orifice?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I agree that a cotton plug is put in while exploring the middle ear, but it will be removed after the procedure.

How can we manage chronic ear infections in perforated eardrum with cholesteatoma?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concerns. Given your history and the location of the perforation, the perforation seems to be a safe one.

Will cholesteatoma cause damage to middle ear structures?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the CT report. (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

Is there a remedy to minimize pain during wax removal in a cholesteatoma recovered person?

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I have white, foul-smelling discharge in my left ear since childhood. Please help me.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have an ear discharge with a foul smell from childhood. You need to do HRCT (high resolution computed tomography) of the temporal bone to rule out cholesteatoma.

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