Malignant otitis externa is due to?
Correct Answer: Diabetes
Description: It is an inflammatory condition caused by Pseudomonas infection, usually in the elderly diabetics, or in those on immunosuppressive drugs. There will be excruciating pain and granulations in the ear canal. (Ref: Textbook of diseases if ENT, PL Dhingra, 7th edition, pg no. 55)
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