What Is Cholesteatoma, and How Is It Treated? - #15207
A friend of mine was recently diagnosed with cholesteatoma, and I had never heard of it before. From what I understand, it’s an abnormal skin growth in the middle ear, but what causes it, and how serious is it? I read that cholesteatoma can develop due to chronic ear infections or eustachian tube dysfunction, but does it always require surgery? Are there any symptoms to watch for before it becomes severe? I’m also wondering if Ayurveda offers any natural treatments for ear health that might help prevent cholesteatoma. Can herbal ear drops or dietary changes help reduce the risk of ear infections that might lead to this condition? If anyone has dealt with cholesteatoma, I’d love to hear how it was treated and whether surgery was necessary.
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