Overview
Otomycosis, or fungal otitis externa, is an infection of the external auditory canal caused primarily by fungi such as Aspergillus, Candida, and Fusarium species. It often affects individuals with predisposing factors like chronic otitis externa, immunocompromised states, or exposure to contaminated water 48.Diagnosis
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