Ear infection

This study tested whether miconazole oil can cure fungal ear infections (otomycosis). 112 adults with ear fungus received either the active oil or a placebo for 14 days. Neither patients nor doctors knew who got the real treatment. After two weeks, doctors checked if the infectio…

This study tested a new vaccine called V114 in over 7,000 healthy infants to see if it could prevent ear infections caused by certain pneumococcal bacteria. The vaccine was given alongside routine childhood shots. Researchers tracked how many babies got vaccine-type ear infection…

This early-stage trial tested whether a new whole-cell pneumonia vaccine is safe for people. Thirty healthy adults received either the vaccine or a placebo and were monitored for 30 days. The main goal was to check for side effects like pain, fever, or headache. This study does n…

This study compared two ear drop treatments for otomycosis, a fungal infection of the outer ear that causes itching, discharge, and blockage. Sixty patients were randomly assigned to receive either clotrimazole or 2% salicylic acid drops three times daily for two weeks. The main …

This study tested two common treatments for fungal ear infections: boric acid and povidone iodine. Sixty patients were treated with one of the two solutions applied directly to the ear canal. The goal was to see which one clears the infection better and reduces symptoms like pain…

This study investigates whether a beetroot powder jelly candy can help competitive swimmers swim faster and feel less tired. Beetroot is rich in nitrate, which the body converts to nitric oxide, a compound that may improve blood flow and muscle efficiency. The trial involves 21 s…

This study looked at two ear sprays—Ectoin Ear Spray and Normison Ear Spray—to see how well they work and if they are safe for people with chronic itching and skin irritation of the outer ear canal. 60 adults took part in this real-world observation. The main goal was to check if…

This study compared two imaging methods—PET/CT and labeled leukocyte scintigraphy—for monitoring malignant otitis externa, a serious infection of the ear canal that can spread to the skull. Researchers looked at 18 patients who had both scans before and after antibiotic treatment…

This study tested whether giving doctors automated reports on their antibiotic prescribing habits could improve how often they follow official guidelines. Researchers looked at over 26,000 patients with pneumonia, ear infections, or sore throat. They compared antibiotic use befor…