Notes in 01_Otitis externa

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Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Otitis externa}} is an inflammation of the external ear
Published	02/10/2024	Presentation of {{c2::Otitis externa}}{{c1::Disproportionate pain (worse when moving the tragus/pinna)}}{{c1::Conductive hearing loss}} {{c1::Fever (p…
Published	02/10/2024	Investigations of Otitis externa{{c1::Otoscope}} {{c1::Swab with microbiology, culture, and sensitivities (M,C,S)}}
Published	02/10/2024	Treatment of Otitis externa If localised: {{c1::topical acetic acid 2% spray}}If acute diffuse: {{c1::topical antibiotic and topical corticosteroid}}I…
Published	02/10/2024	Presentation of {{c2::Malignant otitis externa}} {{c1::Severe ear pain}}{{c1::Granulation tissue/exposed bone}}{{c1::Facial nerve palsy}}{{c1::History…
Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::CT middle ear}} is an investigation done if there is evidence of Malignant Otitis Externa
Published	02/10/2024	Management of Malignant Otitis Externa {{c1::Urgent referral to ENT for further investigations: MRI, swab}} {{c1::IV antibiotics, analgesia, microsuct…
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