Treatment for otitis externa (OE) is usually:
1. No treatment because it resolves on its own.
2. Antibiotic therapy.
3. Corticosteroid therapy.
4. Applying a warm pack to the area for comfort.
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1. Treatment is recommended because long-term or frequent infections can cause hearing loss.
2. The concern is the fluid and inflammation. Antibiotics will not help remove the fluid and inflammation.
3. Corticosteroids will help reduce the inflammation and fluid in the ear.
4. The warm pack can be a comfort measure, but the fluid and inflammation need to be addressed.
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