EXTERNAL EAR CANAL INFECTION

EXTERNAL EAR CANAL INFECTION – SWIMMER'S EAR – SUMMER'S EAR – EAR FUNGUS

External ear canal inflammation [DKYI] (Otitis externa [OE] ) is an infectious or inflammatory disease of the external ear canal and/or auricle, which forms the outermost part of the three parts of our ear.

The most common complaint is earache, tenderness in and around the ear. , increased pain upon touching, congestion in the ear and a feeling of pressure, fullness and decrease in hearing.

It can be seen in individuals of all age groups. It is more common in swimmers and in the summer months when there is more contact with water.

There are six subtypes:

Short-term, widespread DKYI (Acute diffuse OE): It is the most common form.

Short-term, localized DKYI (Froncule): It is usually in the form of a hair follicle inflammation.

Long-term DKYI (Chronic OE): It is defined as DKYI lasting more than 6 weeks. DKYI with Eczema: It can be seen with many different skin diseases. Psoriasis, allergic dermatitis and lupus are some of them.

Ear fungus: It is seen when pathological fungi such as Candida and Aspergillus are present in the external ear canal.

Necrotizing (Malignant) DHF: It is a rare but very severe inflammatory disease of DHF and surrounding tissues, mostly seen in patients with immune system problems, such as diabetics or AIDS patients.

The diagnosis of the disease is made by otoscopic and endoscopic examination of the ear. It is placed with . Depending on which type of treatment it is; It can be done both with drugs applied to the external ear canal, orally or intramuscularly / intravenously.

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