Redness and swelling of the ear canal are usually caused by acute diffuse otitis externa, boils on the external auditory canal, etc. There is no such thing as the “fastest way to cure” as there are different treatments for different causes. There is no such thing as the “quickest cure”. You should consult a doctor and take medication under the doctor’s supervision.
1. Acute diffuse otitis externa: mostly caused by bacterial infections, diffuse redness and swelling of the skin of the external auditory canal can occur. Application of amoxicillin clavulanate potassium, cefuroxime and other anti-infection treatment, can use levofloxacin hydrochloride ear drops ear drops treatment. Local topical ichthyol glycerin can be applied to play the role of anti-inflammatory and swelling.
2. External auditory canal boils: It is necessary for the doctor to treat the external auditory canal boils according to their different stages. For example, when the boil is immature, topical pain relieving ointment and decongestant ointment can be applied to the red and swollen area; when the boil is mature and not yet broken, incision and drainage can be carried out under local anesthesia; when the boil is broken, hydrogen peroxide can be used to rinse and penicillin and other medicines can be applied for anti-infective treatment.
Patients with redness and swelling of the ear canal should consult a doctor in time to get a clear diagnosis and follow the doctor’s instructions for medication and treatment.