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mastoiditis

/ˌmæs.tɔɪˈdaɪ.tɪs/

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noun

/ˌmæs.tɔɪˈdaɪ.tɪs/C2formalmedical
  • ruМедицинское состояние, характеризующееся воспалением сосцевидного отростка, обычно возникающее в результате нелеченной инфекции среднего уха.

A medical condition characterized by inflammation of the mastoid process, typically resulting from an untreated middle ear infection.

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  1. Inflammation of the mastoidC1formalmedical

    An infection and swelling of the mastoid bone, which is located behind the ear, often resulting from untreated middle ear infections.

    ruВоспаление сосцевидного отростка

    • The child was diagnosed with mastoiditis after complaining of ear pain and fever.
    • Untreated otitis media can sometimes lead to mastoiditis.
    • Treatment for mastoiditis typically involves antibiotics and, in severe cases, surgery.
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