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otomycosis

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otomycosis [‚ōd·ə‚mī′kō·səs]
(medicine)
Fungus infection of the external ear, usually caused byAspergillus nigerandA. fumigatus.


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Otomycosis is probably a secondary infectious dermatitis that occurs when the environment becomes favorable for fungal growth, rather than a primary infection.
Ecologic impact of broad-spectrum quinolones by Ear, Nose and Throat Journal
In the head and neck, Aspergillus species can cause otomycosis, allergic paranasal sinusitis, invasive paranasal sinusitis, and aspergilloma of the paranasal sinuses.
Isolated nasopharyngeal aspergillosis caused by A flavus and ... by Yucesoy, Mine / Ear, Nose and Throat Journal
Otomycosis is marked by a fine, easily removable coating and loose, fluffy, whitish-yellow to greenish-black flakes.
Otitis externa: A clinical overview by Schapowal, Andreas / Ear, Nose and Throat Journal
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