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Otitis externa: a practical guide to treatment and prevention.

R Sander1

  • 1Department of Family and Community Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee 53226, USA. robert.sander@phci.org

American Family Physician
|March 23, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Otitis externa, an ear canal infection, is often caused by bacteria or fungi. Prevention focuses on avoiding moisture and trauma, while treatment involves cleansing and topical acidification with hydrocortisone.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Dermatology

Background:

  • Otitis externa, commonly known as swimmer's ear, is an inflammation of the external auditory canal.
  • It is frequently caused by bacterial or fungal infections, but noninfectious dermatologic conditions can also be implicated.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the common causes, symptoms, and effective management strategies for otitis externa.
  • To emphasize preventive measures against this common ear condition.

Main Methods:

  • Review of characteristic symptoms (discomfort, erythema, swelling, discharge) and signs of the condition.
  • Identification of key precipitants: excessive moisture and trauma to the ear canal.
  • Evaluation of treatment and prophylactic strategies, including canal cleansing and topical acidification.

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Main Results:

  • Infection is the primary cause, with bacterial pathogens being most frequent.
  • Excessive moisture and ear canal trauma are the leading triggers for otitis externa.
  • Topical 2% acetic acid with hydrocortisone is an effective treatment and prophylactic measure, especially after moisture exposure.

Conclusions:

  • Avoiding moisture and trauma are crucial for preventing otitis externa.
  • Proper ear canal cleansing is vital for diagnosis and treatment.
  • Acidification with topical solutions offers an effective therapeutic and preventive approach for managing otitis externa.