Acute Otitis Externa
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Acute external otitis is an inflammation of the external ear canal, the part of the ear that runs from the opening to the eardrum, usually due to an infection. It is popularly known as "swimmer's ear" because of its link to moisture.
Common symptoms:
- Ear pain that increases when touching or pulling the ear
- Itching and redness of the canal
- A feeling of a plugged ear or discharge
Why does it appear? trapped moisture, injuries from excessive cleaning, or contact with water promote infection.
The otolaryngologist is the specialist who examines and treats ear problems. If the pain is severe or the ear is draining, the best advice is not to self-medicate and to see a professional for a proper evaluation.
Data on 292 doctors who treat acute otitis externa
Which specialist treats acute otitis externa?
Acute otitis externa should be treated by an otolaryngologist (ENT doctor), who examines the ear canal and prescribes the appropriate drops or treatment to resolve the infection.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in acute otitis externa
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
Dr. José Augusto Ortíz Mortera
Dr. Amadeo Cervantes López
Dr. Kuautemok Reyes Santos
Dr. José Felipe Jaramillo Canales
Dr. Paulina Matesanz Hernandez
Dr. Juan Pablo Espinosa
Dr. Jorge Gerardo Martínez Laredo
Dr. Jorge Rolando Reyes Velarde
Dr. Carolina Mora
Dr. Gustavo Dorantes Estrada
Dr. Karina Gutierrez Magallón
Dr. Ana Laura García López
Dr. Bianca Cristiana Balan
Frequently asked questions
What is acute otitis externa?
Acute external otitis is an inflammation of the external ear canal, the part of the ear that runs from the opening to the eardrum, usually due to an infection. It is popularly known as "swimmer's ear" because of its link to moisture.
Which doctor treats acute otitis externa?
Acute otitis externa should be treated by an otolaryngologist (ENT doctor), who examines the ear canal and prescribes the appropriate drops or treatment to resolve the infection.