Fungal otitis media: symptoms, treatment, medications

Otomycosis is a fairly common ailment that affects both adults and children. The characteristic features of the course of the disease make it possible to detect it in a timely manner. To treat a fungal otitis it is necessary in a complex. Drugs are selected depending on the type of pathology.

Reasons for otomycosis

Pathology usually develops in the area of ​​the external auditory canal, it can affect the eardrums. The main pathogens of otomycosis are the fungi of the genus Candida and Aspergillus. Infection with pathogenic microorganisms often occurs against the background of an insufficient amount of sulfur. This phenomenon is observed when excessive care of the ear canals or if the processes of sulfur formation are disturbed.

Fungal otitis media may appear in patients with a weakened immune system who have undergone severe viral or bacterial aetiology. Suppress protective functions of the body is capable of prolonged antibiotic therapy. The human body simply ceases to produce the necessary amount of antibodies that could suppress the multiplication of harmful bacteria. Thus, ideal conditions for the development of fungi are created.

A provoking factor may be damage to the skin of the ear canal. Fungi penetrate into the wound, where they begin to multiply actively. Infection is often caused by swimming in swimming pools or fresh water. Among the causes of development, experts also note the presence of metabolic disorders in the patient, deficiency of vitamins and minerals in the body.

Fungal otitis: symptoms of

Symptoms of some ear disorders are similar to each other. The first thing to note is the disappearance of a thin fat film that protects the auditory passage from infections. This is accompanied by an itch and a sense of discomfort. After a while, sulfur plugs may appear, causing a worsening of the hearing or discharge from the ear canal.

The following symptoms are also characteristic for fungal otitis:

• earache, worsening during chewing and swallowing;
• dizziness;
• feeling of stiffness;
• swelling( swelling) of the auricle and passage;
• discharge from the ear of curdled consistency;
• sensation of presence of a foreign body in the auditory canal;
• headache.

At usual survey far not each expert can define presence of an illness. Only conducting a microscopic examination of the material taken from the ear can help to establish the correct diagnosis. It should be borne in mind that fungal infections are difficult to treat. Therefore, it is necessary to start treatment as early as possible.

Types of the disease

The symptomatology of the pathology varies depending on the localization of the focus of the infection. Thus, the most common is external fungal otitis media. When the disease affects the ear canal and the auricle. The main signs are a feeling of stuffiness of the ear, peeling of the skin and the appearance of swelling. In acute period there is a pronounced pain syndrome and copious discharge from the auditory canal.

External otomycosis is often accompanied by inflammation of the parotid glands and lymph nodes. In the absence of proper therapy, the infection penetrates into the cavity of the middle ear. In this case, the symptomatology of the pathology becomes more pronounced, patients begin to complain of frequent headaches and the constant formation of sulfur plugs. The color of the discharge from the auditory canal will depend on the type of pathogen of the fungal disease. When infected with moldy mushrooms, there may be signs such as fever, joint aches, and chills.

Fungal otitis, which affects the tympanic membrane, is the most severe form of the disease. In medical practice, pathology is called fungal myringitis. The inflammatory process leads to a sharp deterioration in hearing, abundant secretions and severe pain in the ear.

Fungal Otitis: Treatment of

Disease

Fungal infection is considered a rather dangerous disease, which should be treated only under the supervision of a doctor. Local therapy is the main method of affecting pathology. Patients are recommended to use antimycotic drugs, selected by a specialist. To enhance the therapeutic effect, some patients are prescribed a general antifungal therapy. When Otomycosis is detected, it is necessary to stop antibiotic treatment if the patient has taken them for some reason.

Medicines for raising immunity, vitamin complexes also help to cope with such ailment, as fungal otitis. Treatment of the disease in children should be done only with the help of medications prescribed by a doctor. Otherwise, there is a huge chance of incomplete cure, which leads to a chronic course of infection.

To wash the ear passes antiseptic solutions are used. It is recommended to treat the surface before each application of local antifungal agents.

Effective medications

Most of the drug from the group of antimycotics have a wide range of effects and therefore can be used for any type of pathogen. The following drugs are considered to be the most effective:

1. "Nystatin".
2. "Exoderil".
3. "Clotrimazole".
4. "Lamisil".
5. "Diflucan".
6. "Candybiotic".
7. "Econazol".
8. "Intraconazole".
9. of Dexona.
10. "Terbinafine".

The scheme of application of a drug for fungal otitis is determined only by a specialist. Therapy depends on the severity of the symptoms of the infection process and the age group of the patient. Modern anti-mycotic drugs have a powerful curative effect and, if properly applied, will quickly be rid of the fungus.

Ointment and Exoderyl solution

The expressed antifungal effect has the preparation "Exodermil", which is available in the form of an ointment and solution for external use. The main active ingredient in the drug is naphthyfine, a synthetic antifungal agent from the group of allylamines.

To treat a fungal otitis it is possible both with ointment, and with a solution "Exoderil".Before applying the medication, prepare the surface affected by microbes. It must be taken into account that the drug can not be applied to damaged skin. The product may cause dryness and burning. The amount of application of an ointment or solution, the duration of therapy is determined only by the doctor. After the disappearance of the symptoms of fungal infection, an antimycotic drug should be used for a further 7-14 days.

Drops "Candybiotic"

A multicomponent drug in the form of drops is considered one of the most effective for various ear disorders. The drug helps at the same time to stop the pain syndrome, eliminate discomfort and overcome the development of pathogenic microorganisms, including fungi.

Antimycotic action of drops provides the substance clotrimazole, and antibacterial - chloramphenicol. As an analgesic, lidocaine is included in the formulation. The pronounced antiallergic effect is possessed by beclomethasone - another component of the drops "Candibiotik".

Reviews

To completely defeat the development of fungal infection in the auditory canal, it is important to correctly identify the cause of infection and the type of causative agent of the disease. It can be done only by an ENT doctor. According to the patients' reviews, otomycosis is well treatable at the local level with timely access to medical care. Suppress the development and reproduction of fungi help antimycotic drugs that have a wide range of therapeutic effects. Duration of treatment is 3-6 weeks.