Otomycosis (OM) is a superficial fungal infection of the external auditory canal (EAC) with a
worldwide prevalence ranging from 9% to 30%. Commonly, otomycoses are caused by …

This review sets out to highlighted knowledge gaps regarding the epidemiological,
diagnostic (clinical and laboratory) and therapeutic aspects of otomycosis in Africa. A …

Fungal otitis externa, an infection of the external auditory canal caused by molds and yeasts,
accounts for approximately 10–20% of ear canal infections accompanying high recurrence …

Purpose. To elucidate the clinical and microbial epidemiology of otomycosis in Isfahan, Iran.
Methodology. From January 2016 to January 2017 all patients clinically suspected of …

Zingiber cassumunar Roxb. rhizome extract has high potential as an antimicrobial agent,
which can be applied in various food production processes and plays role in inhibiting …

Background Otomycosis is considered a recurring fungal ear infection. The external auditory
canal provides an appropriate and optimal situation for fungal growth. Objectives The study …

Otomycosis is a common finding in otorhinolaryngology clinics and is usually caused by
species of Candida and Aspergillus, particularly black aspergilli. Meanwhile, other fungi can …

Black aspergilli of the section Nigri are rarely differentiated at the species level when
originating from human specimens. We wondered whether some cryptic species could be …

Otomycosis is a serious superficial mycotic infection of the outer ear canal caused by some
pathogenic species of Candida and Aspergillus. The infection remains a challenge to …

Introduction Otomycosis is a superficial infection of the external ear caused by fungal
pathogens. The genera Aspergillus and Candida are considered the main fungal causative …