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(H62.2*) Otitis externa in mycoses
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NaN% mortality rate associated with the disease otitis externa in mycoses
Diagnosis otitis externa in mycoses is diagnosed Prevalent in Women Only
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0 (No mortality)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis otitis externa in mycoses
0 (No mortality)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease otitis externa in mycoses - Men and Women aged 0
No Cases of the Disease Otitis externa in mycoses identified in Men
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-95+
No Cases of the Disease Otitis externa in mycoses identified in Men
Disease Features otitis externa in mycoses
Absence or low individual and public risk
Otitis externa in mycoses - what does this mean
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What happens during the disease - otitis externa in mycoses
Otitis externa in mycoses is caused by a fungal infection of the outer ear canal. this infection is usually caused by an overgrowth of a fungus called aspergillus, although other types of fungi may be responsible. the fungus can enter the ear canal through a break in the skin or by traveling up the ear canal from the throat or nose. symptoms of otitis externa in mycoses include itching, pain, swelling, and drainage of the ear. treatment usually involves the use of antifungal medications to reduce the amount of fungus in the ear and reduce symptoms.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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No Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Otitis externa in mycoses - Prevention
The best way to prevent otitis externa in mycoses is to keep the ears clean and dry. this can be done by avoiding swimming in unclean water, using earplugs in the shower, and avoiding the use of cotton swabs and other objects in the ear canal. additionally, it is important to keep the ears dry by using a hair dryer on the lowest setting after showering or swimming. finally, any signs of infection should be evaluated by a medical professional.