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Suggest Remedy For Stopping Yellow Malodorous Oozing From Ears
I have a history of ear infections & as of present I have consulted ent specialist (initially inflamed & at present oozing) - same been diagonized as otitis externa - tratment being antiinflammatory oral medicnes + anti histamines + fluid been drained out. Note: Regrettably for past 4/5 months I am suffering from purpura (same has lead to severe pigmentation on legs) - all tests: blood/urine/stool/blood pressure etc are indicating normal & treatment being antihistamines - however same has not benifited. Last week onwards I have been put on oral steroids (deflazcort) & goutnil Question: OOzinf from ear has not stopped, in fact it is yellowish in colour and smelly -- Since I am using steroids, what bearing it would have on my ear & suggestive remedies to stop oozing.
Mon, 19 Nov 2018
Hi,
Yellow malodorous discharge from the ear is an indication of infection in the ear and the medications that you are taking are all fine but an antibiotic oral and ear drops are also needed to reduce infection faster.
As you already have other medical issues, I would suggest you consult an Otorhinolaryngologist and get evaluated and a clinical examination can be done.
A course of antibiotics can be advised and if needed ear tubes can be placed for easing drainage.
Along with it avoid excessive water exposure to the ears, do not try to put q-tips and self-clean the ears as you can injure the eardrum if you go deeper.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Honey Arora, Dentist
Yellow malodorous discharge from the ear is an indication of infection in the ear and the medications that you are taking are all fine but an antibiotic oral and ear drops are also needed to reduce infection faster.
As you already have other medical issues, I would suggest you consult an Otorhinolaryngologist and get evaluated and a clinical examination can be done.
A course of antibiotics can be advised and if needed ear tubes can be placed for easing drainage.
Along with it avoid excessive water exposure to the ears, do not try to put q-tips and self-clean the ears as you can injure the eardrum if you go deeper.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Honey Arora, Dentist
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