Ear instillation

Ear instillation is the process of introducing otic medication or other liquids into the ear canal. Proper care is needed in delivering such liquids.

Indications for ear instillation

 * patients with otitis media
 * patients with otitis externa
 * patients with impacted cerumen (earwax)
 * patients with foreign body obstruction

Contraindications for ear instillation

 * hypersensitivity to the solution
 * perforated eardrum