(H60.2) Malignant otitis externa

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451 286 in individuals diagnosis malignant otitis externa confirmed

2 290 deaths with diagnosis malignant otitis externa

1% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant otitis externa

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis malignant otitis externa is diagnosed Men are 5.89% more likely than Women

238 931

Men receive the diagnosis malignant otitis externa

1 318 (0.6 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

212 355

Women receive the diagnosis malignant otitis externa

972 (0.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease malignant otitis externa - Men aged 10-14 and Women aged 15-19

In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Disease Features malignant otitis externa

Absence or low individual and public risk

Malignant otitis externa - what does this mean

Malignant otitis externa is a severe infection of the external ear canal caused by bacteria or fungi. it is most common in elderly people with diabetes or a weakened immune system, and is characterized by severe inflammation of the ear canal, pain, hearing loss, and sometimes facial nerve paralysis.

What happens during the disease - malignant otitis externa

Malignant otitis externa is a serious infection of the external auditory canal caused by the bacterium pseudomonas aeruginosa. it usually occurs in elderly patients with diabetes or other immune-compromising conditions. the infection is thought to start in the outer ear canal and spread to the bone and tissue, resulting in inflammation and destruction of the surrounding tissue. this leads to severe pain, swelling, discharge, and hearing loss.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Physical examination of the ear canal and external ear
Examination of ear discharge
Imaging studies such as CT scan or MRI
Culture of the ear discharge to rule out infection
Blood tests to check for any underlying conditions
Biopsy of the affected area to confirm the diagnosis

Additions:

Audiogram to assess hearing loss
Allergy testing to rule out any allergies

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: To reduce inflammation and infection in the ear and prevent further spread of the disease.

Prescribe antibiotics to reduce the infection
Prescribe anti-inflammatory medications
Perform debridement of the ear canal
Prescribe antifungal medications if necessary
Prescribe steroid medications to reduce inflammation
Perform ear lavage to remove debris and excess fluid
Perform surgical procedures to remove damaged tissue
Prescribe pain medications to reduce discomfort
Prescribe an antiseptic ointment to reduce the risk of infection
Monitor the patient's condition and adjust treatment as needed

11 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Malignant otitis externa - Prevention

Malignant otitis externa can be prevented by avoiding activities that increase the risk of infection, such as swimming in contaminated water, using cotton swabs in the ear canal, using hearing aids, and using poorly fitting ear plugs or headphones. additionally, proper hygiene should be maintained, including cleaning the outer ear regularly with a damp cloth, and avoiding the use of ear candles.

Main symptoms of the disease malignant otitis externa

Clogged ear

(Stopped up ear, Blocked ear, Plugged ear, Stuffy ear, Muffled hearing, Occluded ear, Impaired hearing, Congested ear, Clogged auditory canal, Full ear)

Clogged ear is a symptom characterized by a feeling of fullness or pressure in the ear. It is often accompanied by muffled hearing, pain in the ear, and ringing in the ear. It is usually caused by fluid or wax buildup in the ear canal. It can develop gradually over time or suddenly due to a cold or ...

Age: any ageAccociated with 28 diseases

Hearing loss

(Auditory impairment, Deafness, Hearing impairment, Hearing reduction, Partial deafness, Sensorineural hearing loss, Hearing difficulty, Hearing deficiency, Auditory handicap, Auditory disability)

Hearing loss is a decrease in the ability to hear sound. It can be temporary or permanent and can range from mild to severe. Symptoms may include ringing in the ears, difficulty understanding speech, and difficulty hearing high-pitched sounds. Hearing loss can develop gradually over time, or it can ...

Age: any ageAccociated with 25 diseases

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