Mastoid Abscess Treatment in India
About Mastoid Abscess
Key Highlights
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Effectively drains pus and relieves severe pain and pressure.Prevents the spread of infection to the brain, facial nerve, or inner ear.Helps preserve or restore hearing function compromised by the infection.Addresses the root cause of chronic or recurrent ear infections.Performed by specialized ENT surgeons with expertise in ear anatomy.
Who is this surgery for?
- Acute mastoiditis not responding to intravenous antibiotics.
- Formation of a subperiosteal abscess (visible swelling behind the ear).
- Suspected or confirmed complications like facial nerve paralysis, labyrinthitis, or intracranial spread.
- Chronic mastoiditis with persistent drainage and infection.
- Cholesteatoma (an abnormal skin growth) eroding into the mastoid bone.
- Severe, worsening symptoms like high fever, intense pain, and headache despite medical management.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive evaluation including a detailed history, physical exam, and hearing tests.
- Imaging studies such as a CT scan or MRI of the temporal bone to assess the extent of infection.
- Administration of broad-spectrum intravenous antibiotics to control the infection prior to surgery.
- Pre-operative blood tests and anesthesia clearance.
- Discussion of the surgical plan, risks, benefits, and expected outcomes with the ENT surgeon.
- Fasting as instructed by the anesthesiologist, typically from midnight before the surgery.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding, infection, or adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Injury to the facial nerve, which could lead to temporary or permanent facial weakness.
- Hearing loss, tinnitus (ringing in the ear), or dizziness.
- Persistent drainage or recurrence of infection.
- Taste disturbance due to proximity of the chorda tympani nerve.
- Rare but serious risks include meningitis, brain abscess, or cerebrospinal fluid leak.
- Scarring or cosmetic changes behind the ear.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay of 1-3 days for monitoring, antibiotics, and pain management.
- The ear will be packed with dressing, which is removed after a few days.
- Keep the surgical site dry and clean; avoid getting water in the ear for several weeks.
- Prescribed oral antibiotics and pain medications must be completed as directed.
- Avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting, and blowing the nose forcefully for a few weeks.
- Follow-up appointments are crucial for packing removal, wound check, and hearing assessment.
- Report any signs of fever, increased pain, redness, discharge, or facial weakness immediately.
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Typical hospital stay:
2-5 days
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Expected recovery time:
2-4 weeks for initial healing; 6-8 weeks for full recovery and resumption of all activities
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering mastoid abscess in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for mastoid abscess in India include Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Manipal Hospital Hebbal, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform mastoid abscess. MediFyr helps you compare ent specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for mastoid abscess compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 80 Thousand – 250 Thousand | 2-5 days | ~ 2-4 weeks for initial healing; 6-8 weeks for full recovery and resumption of all activities | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 280 Thousand – 875 Thousand | 2-5 days | ~ 2-4 weeks for initial healing; 6-8 weeks for full recovery and resumption of all activities | Know More |
Top hospitals for Mastoid Abscess in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated ent teams and experience managing patients undergoing mastoid abscess.
Delhi, India
73 Doctors
Vikram Gupta, a 42-year-old software engineer...
Vikram Gupta, a 42-year-old software engineer and father of two, had been battling a persistent ear infection for weeks. It started as a simple cold, but soon he developed severe ear pain, fever, and a noticeable swelling behind his right ear. The pain became so intense it disrupted his sleep and work. His ENT, Dr. Sharma, diagnosed a mastoid abscess after a CT scan showed the infection had spread to the bony mastoid process behind his ear. Dr. Sharma explained that oral antibiotics alone were insufficient and recommended an urgent mastoidectomy to drain the abscess and prevent the infection from spreading to his brain. Vikram was terrified, fearing surgery so close to his brain and the potential impact on his hearing and ability to provide for his family. The procedure was performed under general anesthesia. Post-surgery, he had a bandaged ear and some dizziness, but the debilitating pain was gone. After a week of IV antibiotics and careful wound care, he was discharged. His hearing returned to near-normal, and the swelling resolved completely. Emotionally, Vikram moved from a state of high anxiety and fear of catastrophic complications to immense relief and gratitude. He felt he had regained control of his health and could return to his family without the constant shadow of pain and worry.
ENT Specialists for Mastoid Abscess
Explore experienced ent specialists who regularly perform mastoid abscess and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 16 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 21 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore
- 14 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 9 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
- 26 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 24 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 21 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 18 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 43 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 38 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 36 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 24 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 29 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 20 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 10 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 14 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mysore, Mysore
- 14 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mysore, Mysore
- 19 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 8 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune
- 26 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore