Abstract
An unusual case of a patient presenting with myringitis bullosa haemorrhagica (MBH), who subsequently developed acute otitis media and meningo-encephalitis, is described. The aetiology of MBH is discussed, and recommendations for the management of patients with acute otitis are made.
MeSH terms
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Acute Disease
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Adult
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Blister / etiology
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Blister / pathology
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Female
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Humans
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Meningoencephalitis / complications*
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Meningoencephalitis / diagnosis*
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Mycoplasma pneumoniae / pathogenicity
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Otitis Media / etiology*
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Otitis Media / pathology
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Tomography, X-Ray Computed
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Tympanic Membrane / pathology*