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Otitis externa - Management
What advice should I give about preventing otitis externa?
- Avoid damaging the external ear canal.
- Keep the ears dry and clean.
- Avoid ear drops containing neomycin if of an allergic disposition.
- If skin is irritated by ear plugs, hearing aids, or ear rings, seek advice from a healthcare professional.
- Treat any skin condition such as eczema, psoriasis.
- Consider using acidifying ear drops or spray (no prescription is needed).
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