How to treat persistent ear infection in a 69-year-old diabetic patient after surgery? - #55475
69 years old diabetic patient suffearing to ear infection already one time surgery completed but infection not clear
How long have you been experiencing this ear infection?:
- More than 6 monthsWhat symptoms are you currently experiencing?:
- Pain or discomfortHave you had any recent illnesses or infections?:
- No recent illnessesHow is your blood sugar control currently?:
- Well-controlledHave you noticed any specific triggers for your ear infections?:
- No clear triggersWhat treatments have you received for this ear infection?:
- SurgeryDo you have any other health conditions?:
- No other conditionsDoctors' responses
In a 69-year-old diabetic with persistent ear infection after surgery, this needs ENT review urgently, because diabetes can make infections stubborn and slow to heal. Key points: Ensure blood sugar is strictly controlled Persistent infection after surgery may need culture-based antibiotics or ear cleaning (debridement) Do not self-apply ear drops without ENT advice Supportive care: Keep ear dry at all times Avoid water entry while bathing Do not insert cotton buds or oils inside ear Triphala guggulu – 1 tablet twice daily after food Gandhak rasayan – 1 tablet twice daily after food If there is pain, discharge, hearing loss, or fever, immediate ENT follow-up is necessary. Regards, Dr Raghuveer (Ayurvedacharya)
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