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What is cholestoma?
Hi Marie. I believe you are referring to cholesteatoma. A cholesteatoma is a cyst in the middle ear. It can be congenital, but usually is the result of recurrent middle ear infections. In these cases, the ear drum is pulled inside towards the middle ear and may form a little pocket, or sac, which sheds layers of old skin that builds up inside the ear. If left untreated, the cyst can grow quite large and destroy the three bones in the middle ear and move towards the inner ear and even towards the brain. It is a serious condition and needs medical treatment.
Harriet B Jacobster, AuD
Board Certified Doctor of Audiology
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Harriet B Jacobster, Au.D.
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I am a Board Certified Doctor of Audiology with 25 years of experience. I can answer questions regarding hearing loss, both general and specific, dizziness and vertigo, auditory processing disorders, hearing aids, aural rehabilitation as well as specialized audiologic testing, i.e., Auditory Brainstem Response, VideoNystagmography, Otoacoutic Emissions. I have worked with both pediatric and adult populations. Because of my extensive musical background, I am able to respond to questions regarding the special needs of musicians.
Experience
I have been an audiologist for over 25 years with a specialty in electrophysiology of the auditory and vestibular systems and pediatric evaluations. I currently work in my private consulting practice providing services to nursing homes and schools. My Doctoral research was on specialized techniques in Auditory Brainstem Responses.
Organizations
American Academy of Audiology, -
American Speech Language Hearing Association, -
Hearing Loss Association of America
Education/Credentials
Au.D. (Doctor of Audiology), Nova Southeastern University, 2000.
Board Certified Doctor of Audiology (American Board of Audiology)
Certificate in Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
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