Download Power Point Presentation for In-School Programme – Otitis externa

Social Support Foundation (SSF)
Adwoa Serwaa Bonsu
October 2016
- Inner ear
- Middle ear
- Outer ear
Source:
https://www.earq.com/hearing
-loss/ear-anatomy
 Otitis = infection of the ear
 Externa = outer ear
 -> Infection of the skin covering the outer ear
canal that leads into the ear drum
Source:
http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=4693
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 This infection is usually caused by bacteria, such as streptococcus, staphylococcus,
or pseudomonas
 The “Swimmer’s ear” is usually caused by excessive water exposure
 Infection with a fungus may also occur
 When water pools in the ear canal (frequently trapped by wax), the skin will
become soggy and serve as an inviting culture media for bacteria
Source:
http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=4693
 The first sign of otitis externa is that the ear
feels full and may itch
 Next the ear canal swells, ear drainage follows,
and the ear is very painful, especially with movement
of the outside portion of the ear
 The ear canal can swell shut and the side of the face
become swollen
 The glands of the neck may enlarge and it can
become more difficult to open the jaw
Source:
http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=4693
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 antibiotic ear drops – this can treat an underlying bacterial infection
 corticosteroid ear drops – this can help to reduce swelling
 antifungal ear drops – this can treat an underlying fungal infection
 acidic ear drops – this can help kill bacteria
 If needed: painkillers
Source:
http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Otitis-externa/Pages/Treatment.aspx
 Avoid damaging your ears
 -> Do not insert cotton wool buds or other objects into your ears
 Keep your ears dry and clean
 -> Do not let water, soap or shampoo get inside your ears when you wash them
 -> After washing, dry your ears, but never push the corners of a towel into your
ears to dry them because this can cause damage
 Treat and prevent other skin conditions
 -> If you have an allergic reaction to anything that is placed inside your ears, such
as hearing aids, earplugs or earrings, remove the item
Source:
http://www.hse.ie/eng/health/az/E/Ear-infection,-outer/Preventing-otitis-externa.html