Otitis externa: just the highlights

• To understand the common factors and causes associated with otitis externa
• Recognise the typical clinical presentation of otitis externa and implement a streamlined approach to the diagnostic work-up
• Develop an effective treatment plan for the acute and long-term management of chronic otitis externa
• Understand the causes of otitis media
• Recognise the clinical signs associated with otitis media to expedite an accurate diagnosis
• Understand practical treatment approaches for managing otitis media and recognising when to refer