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Mastoiditis

Mastoiditis | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

How is the disease diagnosed?

To make the diagnosis, the healthcare provider will first examine the person's ear. The provider will also order x-ray tests. If the infection is severe, the x-ray tests will show damage or infection of the bone.

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Author: Mark Loury, MD
Reviewer: Adam Brochert, MD
Date Reviewed: 07/27/01

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