How long should you continue using ear drops after otitis externa?
Disease description:
There is some ulceration inside the ear. When you have time, go to the hospital for an examination. How long should you continue using eardrops after being diagnosed with external otitis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xu Gang
Continue using ear drops for otitis externa for about 7 to 10 days after symptoms subside, until fully recovered. When necessary, patients should also take oral cephalosporin antibiotics. Adequate rest is recommended, avoiding fatigue and managing emotional well-being. Recurrent otitis externa may occur due to repeated water exposure in the ear canal, which can lead to skin and mucosal damage and subsequent bacterial invasion causing localized inflammatory changes.
