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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Otitis externa (OE) is a common ear condition.
  • Earphone use is prevalent and may influence OE occurrence.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between earphone usage patterns and the incidence of otitis externa.
  • To identify risk factors for OE related to earphone use.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was conducted with 517 participants.
  • A 22-item questionnaire collected data on general information, earphone use, and OE history.
  • Responses were gathered via Google Forms using a QR code distributed in a hospital setting.

Main Results:

  • 21% of respondents reported experiencing otitis externa at least once.
  • Adhering to recommended earphone usage times was associated with a significantly lower risk of OE (OR=0.440).
  • No significant relationship was found between OE and earphone type, physical activity, or cleaning practices.

Conclusions:

  • Adherence to recommended earphone usage guidelines is crucial for preventing otitis externa.
  • While other factors showed no significant association, maintaining good ear hygiene and appropriate earphone use is advised.