Ear Fungal Infection (Otomycosis) in Humid Weather: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment | Dr Sanjeev Mohanty
Ear Fungal Infection (Otomycosis) in Humid Weather: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment fig 1. Ear Fungal Infection (Otomycosis) in Humid If your ear feels itchy, blocked and slightly painful, especially in the rainy season, a fungal infection may be the reason. Otomycosis is a fungal infection of the outer ear canal, and warm, humid places such as Chennai and the UAE coast see it often. What causes it Fungi grow when moisture stays trapped inside the ear canal. Common triggers include water entering the ear during bath or swimming, frequent use of earbuds, cleaning the ear with hairpins or cotton buds, long use of antibiotic ear drops, and sweating in humid weather. Common symptoms • Intense itching inside the ear • A feeling of fullness or blockage • Mild to moderate ear pain • Reduced hearing • Thick white, grey or blackish discharge that may look like wet paper or cotton Why home remedies can make it worse Putting oil, garlic juice or random drops into the ear can tr...