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What Causes Ear Keratosis?

Posted on Wed, 21 May 2014

Question: What are the readons to get ear keratosis?

Answered by Dr. Satvinder Bakshi (6 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
There is no proven reason!

Detailed Answer:
Hello

There is no proven reason for keratosis of the ear. Although many theories have been postulated including an autoimmune dysfunction to local infection with viruses. None of these have however been proven.

I would like to know your complaints and what treatment has been done so far?

Please get back to me with the answers.

Thanks

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Satvinder Bakshi (4 minutes later)

Keratosis got removed last week. I would like to know whether its a recurring problem. What are the precautions i need to take to avoid the same problem in future.
Thanks

Answered by Dr. Satvinder Bakshi (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
please meet your doctor regulary!!

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Although rare but yes keratosis can recur and i would like you to meet your doctor every 4-5 months for a check up and early detection of the problem.

Normally i prescribe an antibiotic plus steroid ointment , to be applied in the ear for 2-3 weeks after removal , this helps in healing and decreases the recurrence , i would like you to meet your doctor for the prescription.

I am afraid that besides a regular follow up, there is nothing else you can do to prevent a recurrence. please dont be disheartened as generally the recurrence is low.

Take care

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D