To earn CME related to this news article, click here. February 24, 2009 — Antibiotic treatment of otitis media may not be indicated to prevent mastoiditis, according to the results of a retrospective ...

Background: Delayed antibiotic treatment for acute otitis media (AOM) is recommended for children >6 months with nonsevere illness, no risk factors for complications or history of recurrent AOM. This ...

Q: Which doctor should I consult for mastoiditis? A: An ENT specialist, or otolaryngologist, can help in treatment and management of mastoiditis. A: Prognosis of mastoiditis is usually excellent in ...

The starting point of any treatment should be a detailed clinical examination by a doctor or specialist. The patient’s history and examination will lead to a hearing test, Tympanometry(measuring the ...

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