Infectious Myringitis
Alternate Names : Acute Myringitis
What can be done to prevent the disease?
Some helpful measures to reduce the risk of myringitis include:
avoiding prolonged immersion of the ear in water, such as a pool or hot
tub
obtaining pneumonia and flu vaccines for children
staying away from individuals with an upper respiratory infection
washing hands often
What are the long-term effects of the disease?
Most cases of myringitis go away without any long-term effects. In some cases,
though, there may be scarring of the eardrum that can affect hearing. Or the
eardrum may rupture.
What are the risks to others?
Some causes of myringitis are contagious and can be passed to others.
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