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Exploring Suspected Diagnoses in Elderly Patients: A Case Study of Potential Necrotizing Otitis Externa.
Curēus 2023 December
Necrotizing otitis externa (NOE) is a rare invasive infection affecting the EAC and the base of the skull. This condition is more prevalent in the elderly, diabetics, and immunocompromised individuals, often attributed to the bacterium Pseudomonas aeruginosa . In this case report, we present the clinical scenario of a 90-year-old woman with a history of diabetes and epilepsy. Initially admitted with acute pyelonephritis, fever, and prostration, she subsequently developed left facial paralysis during treatment. Cranial computed tomography (CT) revealed inflammation in the middle ear and bone erosion of the facial nerve canal. The examination by the Department of Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) describes that NOE would be the most likely diagnosis. Given the patient's comorbidities and the severity of the disease, the treatment was initiated empirically and later adjusted based on the culture and sensitivity results with ceftazidime. NOE is a critical condition requiring early diagnosis and interdisciplinary collaboration due to the associated risk of complications. Adequate glycemic control is imperative, and the judicious use of antibiotics is crucial in light of escalating resistance.
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