Prognosis
Otitis externa responds well to treatment, but complications may occur if it is not treated. Individuals with underlying diabetes or disorders of the immune system are more likely to develop complications, including malignant otitis externa. In these individuals, rapid examination by an otolaryngologist (ear, nose, and throat physician) is very important.
- Chronic otitis externa
- Spread of infection to other areas of the body
- Necrotizing external otitis
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