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(H62.4*) Otitis externa in other diseases classified elsewhere
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NaN% mortality rate associated with the disease otitis externa in other diseases classified elsewhere
Diagnosis otitis externa in other diseases classified elsewhere 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 other diseases classified elsewhere
0 (No mortality)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease otitis externa in other diseases classified elsewhere - Men and Women aged 0
No Cases of the Disease Otitis externa in other diseases classified elsewhere 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 other diseases classified elsewhere identified in Men
Disease Features otitis externa in other diseases classified elsewhere
Absence or low individual and public risk
Otitis externa in other diseases classified elsewhere - what does this mean
Otitis externa in other diseases classified elsewhere is an inflammatory condition of the external ear caused by an infection of bacteria, fungi, or parasites. it can be caused by a variety of underlying conditions, such as diabetes, skin disorders, immune deficiencies, and trauma.
What happens during the disease - otitis externa in other diseases classified elsewhere
Otitis externa is an inflammatory condition of the external ear canal caused by a combination of bacterial, fungal, and/or viral infections. it is often associated with other conditions such as allergies, trauma, or swimming in contaminated water. it can also be caused by excessive cleaning of the ear canal with cotton swabs or other objects. the inflammation of the ear canal can lead to the accumulation of fluid and debris, resulting in pain, itching, and an increased risk of infection.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the ear
- Audiometry
- Tympanometry
- Otoscopy
- Imaging studies (X-ray, CT, MRI)
- Laboratory tests (blood and urine tests)
- Allergy testing
- Culture of the exudate
- Biopsies of the affected area
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Reduce inflammation and pain associated with otitis externa in other diseases classified elsewhere.
- Administer topical antibiotics to reduce bacterial infection.
- Prescribe oral antibiotics to treat underlying infections.
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medications to reduce inflammation.
- Apply warm compresses to the affected area to reduce pain.
- Clean the ear with a cotton swab and warm water to remove debris.
- Prescribe corticosteroid drops to reduce inflammation.
- Prescribe antifungal medications to treat fungal infections.
- Prescribe antiviral medications to treat viral infections.
- Advise the patient to avoid getting water in the ear.
- Advise the patient to avoid using cotton swabs in the ear.
No Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Otitis externa in other diseases classified elsewhere - Prevention
Prevention of otitis externa in other diseases classified elsewhere includes avoiding water exposure to the ear, using ear plugs when swimming, using a hairdryer to dry the ears after bathing, avoiding putting anything in the ear, and using a cotton swab only to clean the outer ear. additionally, avoiding the use of earbuds and other objects that can cause irritation to the ear can help prevent otitis externa in other diseases classified elsewhere.