Labyrinthitis : Causes
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The cause of labyrinthitis is unknown. However, it commonly occurs after otitis media (ear infection) or an upper respiratory infection, so it is thought to be related to infection with a virus or bacteria. It may also follow allergy, cholesteatom...
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When a disease agent causes labyrinthitis, the disease agent usually reaches the inner ear by one of three routes: Bacteria may be carried from the middle ear or the membranes that cover the brain. Viruses, such as those that cause mumps, measles,...
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The disease agents that cause labyrinthitis may reach the inner ear by one of three routes: Bacteria may be carried from the middle ear or the membranes that cover the brain. The viruses that cause mumps, measles, influenza, and colds may reach th...
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Ear infections are one of the most common reasons parents take their children to the doctor. While there are different types of ear infections, the most common is called otitis media, which means an inflammation and infection of the middle ear. The middle ear is located just behind the eardrum. The term "acute" refers to a short and painful episode. An ear infection that lasts a long time or comes and goes is called chronic otitis media . For links to other types of ear infections, see otitis.
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Otitis media is an infection of the middle ear space, which lies behind the eardrum (tympanic membrane). It is characterized by pain, dizziness , and partial loss of hearing.
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Detailed information on otitis media, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention
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Detailed information on otitis media, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
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