HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Fungal Infection In Ear, Antifungal And Antibiotic Medications, Nicorette Gum, Smoker Earlier

i have developed a fungal infection in my ear , the Dr has treated it three times in past three months with antifungal and anibiotic medications but the infection keeps returning. I am taking Nicorette gum since last four months 6 to 8 gums a day could this be the cause if yes what can i do? if I quit the gum i may go back to smoking . Please help me . Z
Sun, 27 May 2012
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician 's  Response
Hi Mr Zain ahmed,

Welcome to HCM.
I would like to know where do you reside.Because Otomycosis ( fungal infection of ear) is common problem among people living in hot and humid climate and also people who swim regularly.

Nicorrete gum is no where related to the recurrent fungal infections of ear. So, you can rest assured as far as the use of Nicorrette is concerned.

Recurrent Otomycosis is commonly seen in people with low immune status. Conditions like diabetes, malnutrition, HIV, hypoproteinemia , usage of steroids or malignancy makes you immuno compromised and there by lead to recurrent fungal infection.

Please get tested for the above mentioned conditions to rule out immune deficiency. Meanwhile change of place ( from hot and humid to cold but dry place)should also help you. You need to keep your ear as dry as possible. You can use a hair drier at a very low speed to dry your ear.

Hope you got the solution you were looking for.

Wish you a speedy recovery.
Take care
I find this answer helpful

Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Recent questions on Nicorette


Loading Online Doctors....
Fungal Infection In Ear, Antifungal And Antibiotic Medications, Nicorette Gum, Smoker Earlier

Hi Mr Zain ahmed, Welcome to HCM. I would like to know where do you reside.Because Otomycosis ( fungal infection of ear) is common problem among people living in hot and humid climate and also people who swim regularly. Nicorrete gum is no where related to the recurrent fungal infections of ear. So, you can rest assured as far as the use of Nicorrette is concerned. Recurrent Otomycosis is commonly seen in people with low immune status. Conditions like diabetes, malnutrition, HIV, hypoproteinemia , usage of steroids or malignancy makes you immuno compromised and there by lead to recurrent fungal infection. Please get tested for the above mentioned conditions to rule out immune deficiency. Meanwhile change of place ( from hot and humid to cold but dry place)should also help you. You need to keep your ear as dry as possible. You can use a hair drier at a very low speed to dry your ear. Hope you got the solution you were looking for. Wish you a speedy recovery. Take care