Bullous Myringitis

Bullous myringitis is acute inflammation of the tympanic membrane with painful hemorrhagic bulla/blisters on the eardrum, associated with viral or Mycoplasma infection, causing severe otalgia. Treatment: pain control (analgesics); incision/aspiration of large bullae for relief; topical or systemic antibiotics if bacterial superinfection; usually self-limited.

Common Symptoms

Severe otalgia; hemorrhagic blisters on TM; slight hearing loss; viral/Mycoplasma association

Causes and Pathogenesis

Viral/Mycoplasma infection causes hemorrhagic bulla formation on the eardrum.

Treatment

Analgesics; bulla aspiration for relief; antibiotics if bacterial superinfection

Preventive Measures

Treat URI; pain control.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Otolaryngology (ENT) department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.