What Is an Outer Ear Infection?

There are two types of external auditory canal infections: one is a local infection, such as a scab or abscess; the other is a general infection that affects the entire external auditory canal. After swimming, infections can occur in the ears.

External ear canal infection

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There are two types of external auditory canal infections: one is a local infection, such as a scab or abscess; the other is a general infection that affects the entire external auditory canal. After swimming, infections can occur in the ears.

The ear canal is too moist and persistent, leaving it vulnerable to infection. Direct contact with contaminated lake and river water can cause infections. Another cause of local and total infections is to scrape the inside of the ears to understand itching, or to remove earwax. The first symptom of an infection may be pruritus in the ears. Pain usually occurs after itching in the ear. Sometimes yellow pus will come out of the ear. When the yellow pus comes out, the pain may be relieved. If pus is blocking the external ear canal, you may lose some hearing. When you have this kind of ear infection, if you move your head, it will cause pain in your ears. ^[1]

External ear canal infections are a common disease in adults. If left untreated, it can spread, affecting cartilage and bones under the skin.