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If i have sinus fluid in mastoids below ears what are the chances of it becoming a cerebral abcess? ct didn't show sinus problems in the facial area.

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Extremely low: That used to be a common problem many decades ago, before antibiotics and before imaging (like CT). I've not seen a cerebral abscess from mastoid problems in over 20 years in the US.

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/9/2014

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