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(H60.3) Other infective otitis externa
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451 286 in individuals diagnosis other infective otitis externa confirmed
2 290 deaths with diagnosis other infective otitis externa
1% mortality rate associated with the disease other infective otitis externa
Diagnosis other infective otitis externa is diagnosed Men are 5.89% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis other infective otitis externa
1 318 (0.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other infective otitis externa
972 (0.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other infective 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 other infective otitis externa
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other infective otitis externa - what does this mean
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What happens during the disease - other infective otitis externa
Other infective otitis externa is an infection of the external ear canal caused by a variety of organisms, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses. these organisms can enter the ear canal through a break in the skin, or through the introduction of contaminated objects such as cotton swabs or hearing aids. this infection can cause inflammation, itching, and pain in the ear, as well as drainage of pus or blood. it can also lead to hearing loss if left untreated.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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11 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other infective otitis externa - Prevention
To prevent other infective otitis externa, it is important to keep the ears clean and dry, use ear plugs when swimming, avoid using cotton swabs to clean the ears, and avoid using any products that may irritate the ears. additionally, if the ears are infected it is important to seek medical attention and follow the doctor's instructions.