Managing Inflammatory Ear Conditions.
review · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1080/00913847.1994.11947681.
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Abstract
In brief Otitis externa, which often afflicts swimmers, and otitis media, which can afflict almost anyone, are common inflammatory ear conditions. Ear drops containing acidifying and drying agents, often combined with topical antibiotics and topical steroids, are the appropriate treatment for otitis externa. Without the antibiotic and steroid additions, they can also be used prophylactically. Systemic antibiotic treatment is appropriate for otitis media, but not for otitis externa.