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5. Surgical Treatment for Mastoiditis

In some cases, the person will require surgical intervention. One option is a myringotomy, a procedure that drains the inner ear. Alternatively, the surgeon may recommend a mastoidectomy. During this procedure, surgeons remove all infected parts of the mastoid bone while the patient is under general anesthetic. A doctor will likely prescribe antibiotics, as well.

surgery for Mastoiditis

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