Chalil Hanan Raroth, Kaipuzha Ramiya Ramachandran, Thomas Irine, Joseph Neenu Anna, Sherif Razal Mohammed, Pulimoottil Davis Thomas
Department of ENT, Al Azhar Medical College and Super Specialty Hospital, Idukki Dist., Thodupuzha, Kerala 685 605 India.
Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Jahra Hospital, Al Jahra, Kuwait.
Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2025 Feb;77(2):784-788. doi: 10.1007/s12070-024-05250-1. Epub 2024 Dec 16.
Otoacariasis is the infestation of ticks or mites in the human ear canal. It poses a significant threat to public health due to its potential complications. : This study aimed to investigate the incidence, clinical presentation, and treatment outcomes of otoacariasis in rural southern India. : A retrospective analysis of 46 patients from two hospitals in Kerala, focusing on symptomatology, tick location, and removal interventions. Patients with confirmed otoacariasis were included in this study and demographic details, clinical manifestations, and treatment modalities were evaluated. : Among the 46 patients, 63% were males,with ear discharge (37%) and ear pain (23.9%) being the common symptoms. Glycerine application followed by syringing was the most effective removal method employed. : Prompt recognition and removal of ticks are crucial to prevent complications. Educational campaigns and healthcare provider awareness are essential to mitigate otoacariasis risks in rural communities.
耳螨病是指蜱或螨在人耳道内寄生。由于其潜在的并发症，它对公众健康构成了重大威胁。本研究旨在调查印度南部农村地区耳螨病的发病率、临床表现及治疗效果。对喀拉拉邦两家医院的46例患者进行回顾性分析，重点关注症状、蜱的位置及清除干预措施。确诊为耳螨病的患者纳入本研究，并对其人口统计学细节、临床表现及治疗方式进行评估。在这46例患者中，63%为男性，常见症状为耳溢液（37%）和耳痛（23.9%）。采用甘油滴注后冲洗是最有效的清除方法。及时识别并清除蜱对于预防并发症至关重要。开展教育活动并提高医疗服务提供者的意识对于降低农村社区耳螨病风险至关重要。
