Cholesteatoma
A cholesteatoma is an abnormal growth of skin in the middle ear, behind the eardrum, that can increase in size over time and affect the nearby structures of the ear. It is not a cancerous tumor, but it should be followed up.
Common symptoms: It is usually accompanied by ear discharge with a bad odor, a feeling of a plugged ear, decreased hearing, and, at times, dizziness or discomfort.
When to have it checked? When there is persistent ear discharge or progressive hearing loss, an evaluation helps clarify the cause.
Which specialist treats it? The otolaryngologist is the professional in charge of examining it and following up on it, while the general practitioner can guide the initial consultation. If you notice these symptoms in the ear on an ongoing basis, it is advisable to request an evaluation with an otolaryngologist.
Data on 98 doctors who treat cholesteatoma
Specialties that treat cholesteatoma
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in cholesteatoma
Dra. Arantxa Cabadas
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Miguel Angel Escobedo Robledo
Dr. Jose Antonio Zamora Lomelí
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Alvaro Takane Kimura
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. José Alvaro Burgos Zuleta
Dr. Lorenzo Rish Fein
Dr. Luz Maria Viveros Añorbe
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dra. Silvia Cuevas Ocampo
Dr. Velazquez Moises Gomez
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Dr. Juan Manuel Arce González
Dr. Fernando Javier Martinez Montes
Frequently asked questions
What is cholesteatoma?
A cholesteatoma is an abnormal growth of skin in the middle ear, behind the eardrum, that can increase in size over time and affect the nearby structures of the ear. It is not a cancerous tumor, but it should be followed up.
Which doctor treats cholesteatoma?
Cholesteatoma is usually treated by specialists in general surgeon, aesthetic physician, general practitioner, otolaryngologist, otolaryngologist, aesthetic physician.