Does a fracture of the left mastoid bone affect hearing?

Left mastoid fractures generally do not directly cause significant ear symptoms, but may indirectly cause complications such as tympanic membrane perforation and auditory nerve damage. Prompt medical attention is required after such a situation occurs.

1. No obvious impact: if the patient's condition is relatively mild and there is no damage to local soft tissues and blood vessels, there will usually be no big problem, and it will not cause adverse reactions to other parts of the body;

2. Cause tympanic membrane perforation: when the left mastoid bone is hit by external force, the surrounding muscles and fascia can be in a state of tension, which will lead to the tympanic membrane invagination and the formation of hematoma or pus accumulation, and in severe cases, it will even induce the symptoms of tympanic membrane perforation, which will cause certain damage to hearing function;

3. Damage to the auditory nerve: If the fracture of the left mastoid bone is more serious, and the surrounding important structures such as the auditory nerve have been involved, there may be symptoms such as dizziness or nausea and vomiting, and it may also be accompanied by pain in one ear, so it is necessary to go to the hospital for examination in time and cooperate with the doctor to actively receive treatment.

It may also lead to facial paralysis and other conditions. It is recommended to take warm measures in daily life to avoid catching colds, and at the same time, pay attention to rest, ensure sufficient sleep time, and minimize staying up late for a long time. In the diet, you can eat more foods that are high in protein or rich in vitamins to supplement nutrition, which is conducive to promoting wound healing.