Chronic Otitis Externa
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Chronic external otitis is a prolonged or recurrent inflammation of the external ear canal, the part of the ear that runs from the outer ear to the eardrum.
Common symptoms: itching, discomfort or mild pain in the ear, redness, flaking and sometimes a feeling of a plugged ear.
Contributing factors: frequent moisture, irritation of the skin of the canal, or the use of objects to clean the ear.
Which specialist treats it? The otolaryngologist is the one who examines the ear canal thoroughly, with support from the family physician or the general practitioner for an initial evaluation. If ear discomfort keeps coming back, it is worth having it checked by a professional to understand what is keeping it going.
Data on 298 doctors who treat chronic otitis externa
Which specialist treats chronic otitis externa?
Chronic otitis externa should be evaluated by an otolaryngologist (ENT doctor), who identifies the underlying cause; a general practitioner can provide initial care while referring you to the specialist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in chronic otitis externa
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Miguel López Vázquez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Alberto Martinez Matuk
Dr. Pedro Silva Sanchez
Dr. Isaac Aaron Enriquez Monsalvo
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
Dr. José Augusto Ortíz Mortera
Dr. Jose Carlos Licea Blanco
Dr. Ezequiel Diaz Benitez
Dr. Amadeo Cervantes López
Dr. Adriana Miron Poumian
Dr. Kuautemok Reyes Santos
Dr. Astrid Ordoñez Blanco
Dr. Azucena Angela Martinez Toledo
Frequently asked questions
What is chronic otitis externa?
Chronic external otitis is a prolonged or recurrent inflammation of the external ear canal, the part of the ear that runs from the outer ear to the eardrum.
Which doctor treats chronic otitis externa?
Chronic otitis externa should be evaluated by an otolaryngologist (ENT doctor), who identifies the underlying cause; a general practitioner can provide initial care while referring you to the specialist.