Otitis Externa Flashcards
1
Q
is it common
A
yes
2
Q
what does the patient present with
A
conductive hearing loss, pain, itching and discharge
3
Q
what is otitis externa
A
inflammation of the skin of the ear canal
4
Q
what is the usual aetiology
A
infective and mostly bacterial
5
Q
when does otitis externa tend to be fungal
A
if a patient has been on ineffective treatment for a long period of time
6
Q
what are common causes
A
swimming, water, cotton buds and skin conditions
7
Q
what can be seen in patients with otitis externa
A
ear canal skin red and erythematous with pale debris and no good view of tympanic membrane
