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Otitis externa may be acute (lasting less than six weeks) or chronic (lasting more than three months). [2] Acute cases are typically due to bacterial infection, and chronic cases are often due to allergies and autoimmune disorders. [2] [3] The most common cause of otitis externa is bacterial.
Auricular eczema is an eczema of the ear that may involve the helix, postauricular fold, and external auditory canal, with the most frequently affected site being the external canal, where it is often a manifestation of seborrheic dermatitis or allergic contact dermatitis. [1] This is an neuroallergic inflammation of skin with evident itch.
This category reflects the organization of International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems, 10th Revision. Generally, diseases outlined within the ICD-10 codes H60-H62 within Chapter VIII: Diseases of the ear and mastoid process should be included in this category.
ICD-9 chapters; Chapter Block Title I 001–139: Infectious and Parasitic Diseases II 140–239: Neoplasms III 240–279: Endocrine, Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases, and Immunity Disorders IV 280–289: Diseases of the Blood and Blood-forming Organs V 290–319: Mental Disorders VI 320–389: Diseases of the Nervous System and Sense Organs ...
Autoeczematization (id reaction, auto sensitization) is an eczematous reaction to an infection with parasites, fungi, bacteria, or viruses. It is completely curable with the clearance of the original infection that caused it. The appearance varies depending on the cause. It always occurs some distance away from the original infection. (ICD-10 ...
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Uncomplicated acute bacterial otitis externa (AOE). [7] [35] For symptoms that are not responsive to treatment within 10 days, a physician should evaluate for necrotizing external otitis. [7] Acute otitis media (AOM) self-resolves within 24–48 hours in 80% of cases. [35]