Recurring Ear Problem Facts
 
1.
Most infections result from the overgrowth of normal resident organisms due to underlying predisposing factors
a.
Genetic (Cockers, breeds with narrow ear canals, breeds with haired ear canals)
b.
Allergies to food ingredients
c.
Atopy (Hay Fever - allergies to inhaled pollens, etc.)
d.
Other diseases such as Hypothyroidism, immunodeficiency, etc.
2.
Environment factors
a.
High humidity, swimming
b.
Improper or infrequent grooming
3.
Damage from previous infections
a.
Scar tissue, narrow canal, hyperplastic glandular tissue
b.
Ruptured ear drum, middle ear infection
4.
Tumors
5.
Ear mites are the only contagious disease affecting the ear canals and can be eliminated by appropriate treatment of all pets at home at the appropriate intervals
6.
The largest single cause of recurring ear problems is the failure to have the pet re-examined to make sure the original problem has completely resolved
a.
Complete resolution followed by relapse or incomplete resolution require a diligent search for underlying diseases and/or predisposing factors
b.
Symptoms appear AFTER the problem has started and disappear BEFORE the problem is completely resolved
c.
The intermittent use of a prescription ear medicine prescribed for the treatment of a specific problem at a specific time is a major cause of progressive and permanent damage to the ear
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