Question 1

how can i treat a bug bite that has caused my outer ear to swell?

Accepted Answer

Cellulitis / allergy: Cellulitis is a skin condition characterized by redness, warmth and swelling often following an injury or bite.  Treatment is with prescription oral antibiotics.  Sometimes an exaggerated immune response to an insect bite can cause similar symptoms, but this will generally resolve with an oral antihistamine.

Question 2

how do i stop an itchy outer ear?

Accepted Answer

Itchy outer ear: Hello. Using cold compresses to the ear will immediately help to reduce ear itching and redness. Using a steroid cream on a 2x/day for no longer than 14 days will help to resolve the itching. Also a medication like Benadryl (diphenhydramine) will resolve the itching rather quickly.

Question 3

what's the purpose of the outer ear auricle?

Accepted Answer

Outer ear auricle: At one time in our development, the outer ear used to be as big as an elephant's auricle.
Only kidding.
The purpose of all of the structures of the outer ear are to funnel sound waves down the canal towards the eardrum. 
A equally good question is why do we have ear wax to clutter the entire system up?

Question 4

what normal flora are found on the outer ear?

Accepted Answer

Skin flora: It's the same as anywhere else on the skin.  There are a number of bacteria.  The most common are staph epidermidis and other staph species.  Strep mitis is frequent and strep pyogenes is less common.  Priopionobacterium is common as is acintobacter. There are others that are not as frequent. Fungal growth from candida is also very common and there are other fungi to a lesser degree.

Question 5

terbinafine cream ok for outer ear?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes for the external ear but not in the canal.

Question 6

what may cause an outer ear blister?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: There are many types and causes of skin blisters. Several types of inflammatory conditions of the skin, allergic reactions, and sometimes bacterial, viral or fungal infections can cause blisters on the skin. Insect bites can also cause blisters.  Have it evaluated by a professional and get the appropriate treatment.

Question 7

what causes outer ear pain when laying on it?

Accepted Answer

Rule out infection: Many things can cause outer ear pain. It is important to make sure there is no outer ear infection by seeing your family doctor or ear, nose and throat doc. Absent infection, small inflammatory, benign lesions can be painful. Lastly, some individuals will have sensitive outer ears becausee there is little fat (cushioning). If that is the case, finding the appropriate pillow can help.

Question 8

is there anything to worry about if a child has a red swollen outer ear?

Accepted Answer

Outer ear swollen : This could be otitis externa, an outer ear infection which is relatively easy to treat but the concern here is that there is an infection in the mastoid, which could be a very severe problem. You need to see an otolaryngologist as soon  as possible.

Question 9

please help there's bump under the skin on my outer ear, what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Cyst: Usually they're firm and non tender. If it's tender or "mushy" or persists, you should be seen by your usual physician.

Question 10

i have really itchy outer ear canal?

Accepted Answer

Itchy ears,: Commonest is from dry canal skin,like dandruff,either from lack of wax,psoriasis,shampoo settling and drying in your canal,,avoiding Q tips,not letting in soap or shampoo,cover the ears when having your hair done,and ,seek help,in way of ear drops,

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