Background: Otitis externa has a lifetime prevalence of 10% and can arise in acute, chronic, and necrotizing forms. Methods: This review is based on publications retrieved by a selective search of the ...

Many conditions predispose to the development of AOE. Among the most common risk factors is prolonged exposure to water, from swimming or other water-based activities, or through long-term exposure to ...

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