Acute labyrinthitis complicating a seromucous otitis: discussion based on two observations


Auteurs: 

L Mouangue-Mbonjo, EGS Minka Ngom, FD Badang, S Amougou, ON Ngaba Mambo Pouka, D Mindja Eko, F Djomou, F Essiben, A Ndjolo


Date de publication : 

13-Jan-2025

Résumé

Labyrinthitis is an inflammation of the membranous labyrinth of the inner ear caused by viruses, bacteria, or systemic diseases that presents as vertigo, nausea, vomiting, tinnitus, and/or hearing loss. Treatment depends on the cause. We present two cases of labyrinthitis presenting with vertigo, otalgia, and tinnitus. They were successfully treated with a 10-day course of amoxicillin-clavulanate and corticosteroids. Taking antibiotics and corticosteroids early gives a maximum chance of recovery from the labyrinth.

Mot-clés :

Emergency, Labyrinthitis, Corticosteroids, Amoxicillin-Clavulanate

Autres détails
Volume 9 (2025)
Numéro 1
DOI 10.70065/2591.jaccrAfri.003L011301
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