ear infections Flashcards
what are two causative species of otitis external
P. aureginosa
S. aureus
what is otitis externa
inflammation of external ear canal, in some cases can involve oedema
are abx needed for otitis external
rarely
management of otitis external
Consider cleaning external ear canal (dry swabbing, micro suction, irrigation techniques) if ear wax or debris blocking passage of topical medicine
This may require specialist referral
Solution of acetic acid 2% act as an astringent in the external ear canal by reducing pH and reducing bacterial and fungal cell growth
May be used to treat mild otitis externa and is comparable to anti infective combined with a CC
Efficacy is reduced if treatment extends beyond one week