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Otitis Externa is the generalised inflammation
of the skin of the external auditory meatus. It may be acute or
chronic.
Acute Otitis Externa
In this condition the external meatus looks markedly
congested and inflamed. There is some amount of purulent discharge.
The condition is painful and pinna is tender to touch. There may
be a rise of temperature.
Chronic Otitis Externa
In Chronic Otitis Externa the skin does not look very much inflamed
but it may be thickened. Other signs and symptoms are as for the
acute stage but less marked.
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