Otitis Externa - Swimmer's Ear

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Otitis Externa (Swimmer's Ear)



  • Definition - inflammation or infection of the ear canal that extends from the eardrum to the exterior of the ear.



  • Causes and risk factors


      • Targeted Therapies in Otitis Media and Otitis Externa
    1. excess moisture
    2. bacterial or fungal infection of the delicate skin lining the ear canal
    3. swimming in dirty, pollutes water
    4. frequent swimming in hot or warm chlorinated pools
    5. irritation from swabs, metal objects
    6. previous external-ear infections
    7. skin allergies
    8. diabetes mellitus

  • Treatment


    1. use antibiotic drops
    2. alcohol drops
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