{"id":97,"date":"2022-01-06T21:38:39","date_gmt":"2022-01-06T21:38:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alpineent.fm1.dev\/cholesteatoma\/"},"modified":"2023-08-02T14:13:06","modified_gmt":"2023-08-02T20:13:06","slug":"cholesteatoma","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/alpineent.com\/ent\/cholesteatoma\/","title":{"rendered":"Cholesteatoma"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What Causes a Cholesteatoma?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"The Eustachian tube connects the middle ear and the throat. If this tube isn\u2019t working properly, part of the eardrum can be pulled into the middle ear. 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Additional tests may include a CT scan, which allows our ENT to view the inside of your ear and skull.\"\n}\n  }]\n  }\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a Cholesteatoma?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A cholesteatoma is a benign skin growth that can develop behind the eardrum in the form of a cyst. It can affect hearing, balance and facial muscles. Left untreated, these cysts can lead to complications, but solutions are available at Alpine Ear Nose &#038; Throat PC. From the initial diagnosis to finding a treatment plan, our team is here to support you.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/alpineent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Cholesteatoma-1-1536x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Woman Holding Ear Due to Cholesteatoma\" class=\"wp-image-634\" title=\"Cholesteatoma Symptoms\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Causes a Cholesteatoma?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Eustachian tube connects the middle ear and the throat. If this tube isn\u2019t working properly, part of the eardrum can be pulled into the middle ear. This can create a cyst that fills up with fluids, skin cells and other materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In rare instances, children are born with cholesteatomas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the Symptoms of a Cholesteatoma?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alpineent.com\/audiologist\/dizziness-vertigo\/\">Dizziness<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hearing loss in one ear<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pressure or a feeling of fullness in the ear<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drainage from the ear<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Complications Can Arise from a Cholesteatoma?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Without treatment, a cholesteatoma will continue to grow and has the potential for multiple complications, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Damage to the eardrum, bones inside the ear and facial nerves<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alpineent.com\/audiologist\/\">Permanent hearing loss<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chronic ear infections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meningitis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brain abscess<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Do Doctors Diagnose a Cholesteatoma?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our provider will begin by examining your ear. They\u2019ll use an otoscope to look for clumps of dead skin cells or blood vessels, both of which are signs of a cyst. Additional tests may include a CT scan, which allows our <a href=\"https:\/\/alpineent.com\/ent\/\">ENT<\/a> to view the inside of your ear and skull.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Throughout the process, our provider will take time to answer any questions and ensure that you understand your condition and how to best treat it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Treatment Options Are Available?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If our ENT has determined you have a cholesteatoma, they\u2019ll likely prescribe antibiotics to control the infection and reduce any inflammation. Because cholesteatomas don\u2019t go away naturally and often continue to grow, surgery may be required to remove it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Being diagnosed with a cholesteatoma might feel stressful, but our team at Alpine Ear Nose &#038; Throat PC can help. With treatment, you\u2019ll be able to reconnect with the sounds in your world and engage in the activities that are most meaningful to you.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"secondary_cta\" class=\"wp-block-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>Call Alpine Ear, Nose &amp; Throat at for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n<details class=\"wp-block-fuel-fuel-toggle-block toggle\" id=\"om2w1pt04cs3r4i34eu6vk\">\n<summary><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" width=\"0.8rem\" height=\"0.8rem\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M3.22 6.92a13.47 13.47 0 0 0 5.86 5.86l1.95-1.95c.24-.24.6-.32.9-.22 1 .33 2.08.51 3.18.51.49 0 .89.4.89.89v3.1a.9.9 0 0 1-.89.89A15.11 15.11 0 0 1 0 .89C0 .4.4 0 .89 0H4c.49 0 .89.4.89.89 0 1.11.18 2.18.5 3.17a.9.9 0 0 1-.22.9L3.22 6.93Z\"\/><\/svg> Call Us Today<\/summary>\n<div class=\"toggle-content\">\n<p><a href=\"tel:+19702211177\" class=\"phone phone-tree-number\"><span class=screen-reader-text>Call us in <\/span><strong>Fort Collins<\/strong> <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" width=\"0.8rem\" height=\"0.8rem\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M3.22 6.92a13.47 13.47 0 0 0 5.86 5.86l1.95-1.95c.24-.24.6-.32.9-.22 1 .33 2.08.51 3.18.51.49 0 .89.4.89.89v3.1a.9.9 0 0 1-.89.89A15.11 15.11 0 0 1 0 .89C0 .4.4 0 .89 0H4c.49 0 .89.4.89.89 0 1.11.18 2.18.5 3.17a.9.9 0 0 1-.22.9L3.22 6.93Z\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"phone-number\">(970) 221-1177<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"tel:+19703305555\" class=\"phone phone-tree-number\"><span class=screen-reader-text>Call us in <\/span><strong>Greeley<\/strong> <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" width=\"0.8rem\" height=\"0.8rem\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M3.22 6.92a13.47 13.47 0 0 0 5.86 5.86l1.95-1.95c.24-.24.6-.32.9-.22 1 .33 2.08.51 3.18.51.49 0 .89.4.89.89v3.1a.9.9 0 0 1-.89.89A15.11 15.11 0 0 1 0 .89C0 .4.4 0 .89 0H4c.49 0 .89.4.89.89 0 1.11.18 2.18.5 3.17a.9.9 0 0 1-.22.9L3.22 6.93Z\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"phone-number\">(970) 330-5555<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"tel:+19705931177\" class=\"phone phone-tree-number\"><span class=screen-reader-text>Call us in <\/span><strong>Loveland<\/strong> <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" width=\"0.8rem\" height=\"0.8rem\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M3.22 6.92a13.47 13.47 0 0 0 5.86 5.86l1.95-1.95c.24-.24.6-.32.9-.22 1 .33 2.08.51 3.18.51.49 0 .89.4.89.89v3.1a.9.9 0 0 1-.89.89A15.11 15.11 0 0 1 0 .89C0 .4.4 0 .89 0H4c.49 0 .89.4.89.89 0 1.11.18 2.18.5 3.17a.9.9 0 0 1-.22.9L3.22 6.93Z\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"phone-number\">(970) 593-1177<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is a Cholesteatoma? 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