Mastoid Region Swelling, A Dermoid Cyst: Unusual Presentation

Abstract

The authors present the case of a 30-year-old female presented with a swelling that had grown gradually under the skin of the left mastoid for 6 months without any pain, hearing loss or vertigo. On examination, 3x2 cm painless, firm subcutaneous swelling with regular surface was present over left mastoid region. The swelling was soft, cystic and non-tender without any restricted mobility. Skin over the swelling was normal and free. There was no discharging sinus or pointing abscess without any bony indentation. Bilateral ear, external auditory canal and ear drum were normal. There were no facial or cervical deformities. Fine needle aspiration of the swelling was unsatisfactory. Global Journal of Otolaryngology ISSN 2474-7556