Clinical and microbial study of Otomycosis
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical and Health Research - Year 2017, Vol 3, Issue 1
Abstract
Introduction:Otomycosis is fungal infection of external auditory canal, which is common throughout the world. Otomycosis may be refractory to treatment prescribed and hence challenges the clinician. Aim: To identify the organism causing otomycosis and to explore specific predisposing factors and treatment. Materials and Methods: This is a descriptive study of cases of otomycosis attending ENT outpatient department of Patna Medical College and Hospital, Patna which were evaluated clinically and microbiologically for one year. Result and Conclusion: The commonest predisposing factor for otomycosis is trauma due to self-cleaning and water entering the ear. Common presentation is itching of ear and ear ache. Commonest organism isolated is Aspergillus Niger. Usually respond to treatment with topical antifungal agent especially clotrimazole. Most of the cases responded satisfactorily with topical clotrimazole.
Authors and Affiliations
Dr. Ratnesh Kumar, Dr. Chandan Kumar, Dr. Satish Kumar
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