PREVENTION OF CHRONIC OTITIS MIDDLE WITH FUNGAL ETIOLOGY
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To prevent chronic otitis middle with fungal etiology, maintaining personal hygiene and strengthening the immune system are crucial. Studies show that ensuring the ear canal remains dry is essential, as moisture creates an ideal environment for fungal growth.Abstract
Assistant of the department of dentistry and otorhinolarnygolog
Chronic otitis middle with fungal etiology is a persistent fungal infection of the middle ear, often caused by fungi such as Candida and Aspergillus species. This condition typically affects individuals with weakened immune systems, those with a history of prolonged antibiotic use, or those who do not adhere to adequate ear hygiene practices. Fungal otitis middle involves the fungi attaching to the epithelial lining of the ear canal, which triggers inflammation and establishes a chronic infectious process. According to recent research, up to 9% of chronic otitis middle cases may involve fungal infection, with a higher prevalence in tropical and subtropical climates where humidity favors fungal growth (Kulikov, 2021).
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