She has no fever. Physical examination shows a slight swelling of the left auricle and of the temporomandibular region, and the left external auditory meatus shows an abundant purulent secretion. The ...

Otitis externa is a common ear infection also known as swimmer’s ear. It develops in the ear canal leading to the eardrum. In some cases, otitis externa can spread to surrounding tissue, including the ...

A 58-year-old man with diabetes presents with an itchy, discharging and mildly painful ear. He has experienced numerous episodes over the years. On examination, the external auditory meatus is ...