Keratosis Obturans
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It is advisable to seek care when there is persistent discomfort in the ear along with an accumulation of shed material, because it could be keratosis obturans. This condition consists of the accumulation of plugs of shed skin (keratin) inside the external ear canal, which can widen and obstruct it.
Common discomforts:
- Sensation of a blocked ear or pressure
- Decreased hearing on the affected side
- Pain or discomfort in the canal
Why it forms: It is related to an alteration in the natural cleaning process of the canal, which normally expels the shed skin outward.
Who treats it? The otolaryngologist is the one who examines the ear canal and evaluates the case, and the dermatologist can contribute their perspective since it is a problem related to the skin. If you perceive the ear to be continuously obstructed, the sensible thing is to go for a specialized review.
Data on 59 doctors who treat keratosis obturans
Which specialist treats keratosis obturans?
Keratosis obturans, a buildup of keratin in the ear canal, should be evaluated by an otolaryngologist (ENT), a specialist in diagnosing and managing ear conditions. Consult this specialist if you have a feeling of ear fullness or hearing loss.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in keratosis obturans
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Luis Miguel Méndez Saucedo
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Karin Ivette Campos Jimenez
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Verónica Carolina Solano Álvarez
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Rodrigo Fernández Pellón
Frequently asked questions
What is keratosis obturans?
It is advisable to seek care when there is persistent discomfort in the ear along with an accumulation of shed material, because it could be keratosis obturans. This condition consists of the accumulation of plugs of shed skin (keratin) inside the external ear canal, which can widen and obstruct it.
Which doctor treats keratosis obturans?
Keratosis obturans, a buildup of keratin in the ear canal, should be evaluated by an otolaryngologist (ENT), a specialist in diagnosing and managing ear conditions. Consult this specialist if you have a feeling of ear fullness or hearing loss.