The most common external ear problems in daily ear, nose and throat practice are earwax accumulation, eczema at the entrance of the external ear, inflammation of the external ear canal and foreign bodies in the ear canal. Less commonly, auricular inflammations and tumors are observed, which are disorders that can be directly noticed by the patient.
Earwax (plug): Described in the short questions and answers section.
External Ear Canal Eczema: Eczema, It is a skin condition accompanied by itching, dryness and dandruff. This may sometimes occur at the entrance to the external ear canal, as well as other parts of the skin. Because it is itchy, it is often confused with fungus. Ear fungus is a disease that often develops after ear infections and causes severe pain rather than itching.
External Ear Canal Inflammations: The most important cause is the habit of scratching and picking the ears. It is common in the summer months, which is the sea and pool season (swimmer's ear). Normally, if the eardrum is intact, getting water into the ear will not cause any harm. However, if the escaping water is very contaminated with microbes or if we tamper too much to remove the escaping water, inflammation will eventually occur. With the swelling of the ear canal, blockage, hearing loss (temporary) and severe ear pain begin. Swelling and redness can sometimes reach the auricle. Pain increases with touching and chewing the ear canal. It should be known that inflammation of the outer ear and auricle in diabetic patients can be very severe and severe. Inflammations of the outer ear that do not improve with simple treatments and cause fever and general deterioration may sometimes require inpatient treatment.
Foreign bodies: This is a condition that is mostly seen in children. It should not be forgotten that young children may have the behavior of inserting small objects into their noses and ears, and such items should not be left exposed. (Piece of paper, rice, lentils, play dough, watch batteries, pen tip, small number beads, etc.) In adults, more cotton pieces can get into the ear. Apart from these, sometimes small insects can also enter the ear. It is very dangerous for the patient and their relatives to try to remove foreign objects; they should be removed by an ENT specialist. Otherwise ku The lacquer membrane may be damaged.
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