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Mastoiditis | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring
To make the diagnosis, the healthcare provider will first examine the person's ear. The provider will also order x-ray tests. If the infection is severe, the x-ray tests will show damage or infection of the bone.
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Author: Mark Loury, MD Reviewer: Adam Brochert, MD Date Reviewed: 07/27/01