Bacteriological Examination of Ear Swab from University Students

Abstract: Ear swabs were collected from students complaining of ear infections, revealing a diverse range of bacterial pathogens, including Pseudomonas spp, Staphylococcus spp, Enterococcus spp, Streptococcus spp, Proteus spp, Neisseria spp, Corynebacterium spp, Haemophilus spp, Klebsiella spp, Saprophytic spp, Curtibacterium spp, Actinobacter spp, and Moraxella spp. Standard laboratory methods confirmed the presence of these thirteen bacterial species, with Staphylococcus spp being the most prevalent. The findings underscore the importance of accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment of ear infections. Moreover, the emergence of these pathogens highlights the need for proper ear hygiene practices and judicious antibiotic use to mitigate the risk of ear infections and curb antibiotic resistance, ultimately informing public health strategies for effective management and prevention. Keywords: Ear swabs, bacterial pathogens, Standard laboratory methods, judicious antibiotic. Title: Bacteriological Examination of Ear Swab from University Students Author: Aneke Chinwe Jacinta, Onyia Jude Ikechukwu International Journal of Novel Research in Healthcare and Nursing ISSN 2394-7330 Vol. 13, Issue 1, January 2026 - April 2026 Page No: 72-77 Novelty Journals Website: www.noveltyjournals.com Published Date: 28-March-2026 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19281576 Paper Download Link (Source) https://www.noveltyjournals.com/upload/paper/Bacteriological%20Examination-28032026-1.pdf