Aspergillus otomastoiditis: a case report and review of the literature

Abstract

Otomycosis is an infection in the external ear canal, which involves the inner ear. The genus Aspergillus is the most frequent causal agent, can present with otorrhea, otalgia, pruritus, and tinnitus and is more frequent in patients with predisposing factors such as immunocompromise or living in humid and/or warm climates. We present the case of a 61-year-old woman, a merchant, who was considered immune-competent on entry and had a history of storing brick and cement fragments in her home, in those who have been found to have fungal-induced otic and mastoid infection with adequate clinical response to treatment.

Keywords

• Otomicosis. Aspergillosis. Aspergillus. Otitis. Voriconazole. Mycosis.