Tuberculous Otitis Media.
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2011-12
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Abstract
Considerable variation exists between the clinical
presentation of tuberculous otitis media (TOM) seen
nowadays and what was described earlier. Confusing
clinical picture and subsequent delay in diagnosis of TOM
permits it to progress unhindered and results in permanent
disabling conditions like facial paralysis and profound
hearing loss. Hence an early diagnosis of TOM and timely
commencement of appropriate therapy remains a
challenging task. A high index of suspicion is required on
part of the clinician to diagnose this fabled entity.
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tuberculous otitis media (TOM), anti tuberculous therapy (ATT), acid fast bacilli (AFB)
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Pandey Apoorva Kumar, Dey Devraj, Singh Virendra Pratap, Bhardwaj Aparna, Maithani Tripti. Tuberculous Otitis Media. Indian Medical Gazette. 2011 Dec ; 145 (12): 501-505.