Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Yeast Infection In My Ear?
hi, i have seen an ENT MD this past wednesday, looked in my ear and states that I have a yeast infection, he cultured the drainage that was clear yellow, he states that there is not perforation, though, i can hold my nose and blow air out the ear drum, with lots of fluid coming out, I can not hear out of the ear. what is your best case scenario of this resolving
posted on
Wed, 24 Sep 2014
Medically reviewed by
Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Sat, 4 Oct 2014
Answered on
Mon, 6 Oct 2014
Last reviewed on
Hi.
In such a case of fungal / yeast infection with pus and perforation as your Valsalva test is positive I would recommend the following:
Antibiotic, antihistamine, anti-inflammatory- oral and topical anti-fungal drops, for 7 to 21 days; regular cleaning.
I would also advise not to blow nose or force air through Eustachian Tube.
Get blood sugar checked.
Have review with the ENT regularly.
In such a case of fungal / yeast infection with pus and perforation as your Valsalva test is positive I would recommend the following:
Antibiotic, antihistamine, anti-inflammatory- oral and topical anti-fungal drops, for 7 to 21 days; regular cleaning.
I would also advise not to blow nose or force air through Eustachian Tube.
Get blood sugar checked.
Have review with the ENT regularly.
I find this answer helpful
1 user finds this helpful
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....