When to See a Specialist About Acute infection of pinna
By Dr. Sara Dang, MD · · Ear, Nose and Throat
Patients often ask us about acute infection of pinna. Here is what our Ear, Nose and Throat clinicians want you to know.
About this topic
Topic: acute infection of pinna. An otitis externa which involves bacterial infections often related to underlying comorbidities as well as trauma. Common sources of trauma include ear piercing, boxing, blunt trauma, burns, bite wounds and iatrogenic insults. The common bacterial pathogens are staphylococcal and streptococcal species.
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This article is for general information and does not replace advice from your clinician.