Cholesteatoma
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What is Cholesteatoma?
Cholesteatoma is the skin growth (skin cyst) in the middle ear and mastoid. There are 2 types of cholesteatoma, “acquired” which occurs due to repeated ear infections and “congenital” which is present since birth. When squamous epithelium (skin layer) gets trapped behind the eardrum in the middle ear or mastoid then there is no where for it to escape as it enlarges and leads to cholesteatoma. Cholesteatoma usually grows very slowly, and it causes symptoms as it compresses and erodes surrounding bone and other structures.
Common symptoms of Cholesteatoma:
Cholesteatoma grows very slowly but if left untreated/ unchecked can lead to severe consequences due to important surrounding structures around the middle ear.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A cholesteatoma is an abnormal skin growth in the middle ear behind the eardrum, which can grow and damage ear structures if untreated.
It is usually caused by repeated ear infections or a poorly functioning Eustachian tube that pulls the eardrum inward.
Symptoms include foul-smelling ear discharge, hearing loss, ear pressure, and sometimes dizziness or facial weakness.
Cholesteatoma requires surgical removal, as it does not resolve with medication alone.
Yes, it can damage hearing bones, affect the facial nerve, or spread infection, so early treatment is important.