Problem description: I have otitis media. I have been experiencing tinnitus and headaches. What are the complications of otitis media?
Date of problem: 2020-09-24
Patient information: Age: 22 Gender: Female
Complications caused by otitis media are mainly divided into For intracranial complications and extracranial complications.
Intracranial complications, because otitis media will spread to the inner periphery of the skull, leading to abscesses in the mucosa, encephalitis, meningitis, or damage to the bones around the fracture line, causing skull damage; extracranial complications, such as the periosteum behind the ear Lower abscess and neck abscess may cause facial paralysis, tinnitus, hearing loss, etc.
Otitis media should be diagnosed and treated in time to avoid complications. During treatment, eat less spicy and irritating food to avoid aggravating inflammation.
Recommendations are for reference only. If the problem is serious, please go to the hospital for detailed examination