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(H61.3) Acquired stenosis of external ear canal
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239 880 in individuals diagnosis acquired stenosis of external ear canal confirmed
Diagnosis acquired stenosis of external ear canal is diagnosed Men are 24.85% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis acquired stenosis of external ear canal
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Women receive the diagnosis acquired stenosis of external ear canal
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease acquired stenosis of external ear canal - Men aged 55-59 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+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features acquired stenosis of external ear canal
Absence or low individual and public risk
Acquired stenosis of external ear canal - what does this mean
Acquired stenosis of the external ear canal is a condition that occurs when the ear canal becomes narrowed due to inflammation, infection, or trauma. it can also be caused by a tumor or a foreign body lodged in the canal. this condition can lead to hearing loss and discomfort in the ear.
What happens during the disease - acquired stenosis of external ear canal
Acquired stenosis of the external ear canal is a condition caused by a narrowing of the outer ear canal, which can be the result of chronic inflammation of the skin lining the ear canal due to infection, irritation, or trauma. this narrowing can impede the flow of air and sound, leading to hearing loss, pain, and decreased mobility of the ear canal. in some cases, the narrowing can be severe enough to cause total occlusion of the ear canal.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the ear canal
- Tympanometry
- Audiometry
- CT scan of the temporal bone
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the temporal bone
- Laboratory tests to rule out infection
- Endoscopy of the ear canal
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce symptoms of acquired stenosis of the external ear canal.
- Administering antibiotics and antifungal medications to reduce infection
- Applying topical steroids to reduce inflammation
- Performing ear irrigation to remove debris and blockages
- Using a suction device to remove wax and other debris
- Administering a steroid injection to reduce inflammation
- Performing ear surgery to widen the external ear canal
- Using a hearing aid to improve hearing
- Using a laser to reduce swelling and scarring
7 Days of Hospitalization Required
39 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Acquired stenosis of external ear canal - Prevention
The best way to prevent acquired stenosis of the external ear canal is to practice good hygiene, avoid excessive moisture in the ear, avoid the use of cotton swabs, and avoid any trauma to the ear canal. additionally, people should wear earplugs when exposed to loud noises and seek medical attention if they experience any symptoms of the condition.