Efficacy of antifungal drops versus antifungal cream in the treatment of otomycosis prospective study of 30 patients

Abstract

Otomycosis occurs when an isolated fungal infection is found in the external auditory canal. In the otorhinolaryngology outpatient department, it appears to be a highly common clinical problem.every corner of the globe. Aspergillus is the most common etiological bacterium that forms biofilm in the ear canal.in addition to Candida spp. Unnecessary insertion of earplugs, cleaning supplies, and medication.Otomycosis can begin as a result of a canal infection. Otomycosis is characterised by ear pain, discharge, and itching.a lack of hearing. Right diagnosis must be made at this early stage of infection in order to take an aggressive action.However, suppurative conditions in the mastoid region necessitate specialised medical attention when infection has spread there.notably in people with a compromised immune system The primary goal of this in-depth analysis is to attract readers' attention.in order to live a healthy life, one must pay attention to personal hygiene and receive adequate health education. Methods: A future investigation.Patients with confirmed otomycosis were included in the study. All samples taken from patients were tested for fungi that cause otomycosis using standard microbiological methods. Following that, patients were divided into two groups and given either 1% clotrimazole drop medication or 1% cream treatment at random.