Otitis externa

 Otitis externa is a condition that causes inflammation (redness and swelling) in the outer ear canal – the tube between the outer ear and the eardrum.  

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Otitis externa causes redness and swelling in the external ear canal. Learn more about the symptoms, causes, prevention and treatment of otitis externa.