Otitis externa.
Otitis externa is a broad term for a disease state that includes inflammation or infection of the external auditory canal and auricle. It can range from mild inflammation and discomfort to a life-threatening disease. Treatment of otitis externa is dependent on a thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology of the external ear canal, a knowledge of the microbiology of potential pathogens, and familiarity with clinical presentation, so that an accurate and timely diagnosis can be reached.
William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, Michigan, USA.
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D000208:Acute Disease; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000145:classification / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000893:Anti-Inflammatory Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002571:Cerumen; D002908:Chronic Disease; D004431:Ear, External / Q000503:physiopathology*; D006801:Humans; D009181:Mycoses / Q000503:physiopathology; D010032:Otitis Externa / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000503:physiopathology*; D013256:Steroids
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D000893:Anti-Inflammatory Agents; D013256:Steroids