Otitis externa
MONDO:0004795Inflammation of the anatomical structures of the outer ear and ear canal secondary to an infectious process. Bacterial etiology is most common, but fungal infection is also possible. Symptoms include erythema, edema, and pain.
Also known as: external Ear infection, infectious otitis externa, otitis externa, outer Ear infection, swimmer's Ear, swimmer's ear
14 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Black seed oil takes on steroids in ear eczema showdown
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares black seed (Nigella sativa) oil to standard steroid ear drops for treating eczema in the ear canal. 85 adults with ear eczema will use either the oil or steroid drops twice daily for 10 days. Researchers will measure changes in inflammation, itching, and pain …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bezmialem Vakif University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Music before surgery: a simple tune to calm nerves?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 20-minute session of passive music therapy, delivered through an app just before entering the operating room, can lower anxiety and pain in adults undergoing ear, nose, or throat surgery. Five hundred participants will be randomly assigned to receive mu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Clinique Saint-Vincent • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC