ArticleSisli Etfal Hastanesi tip bulteni2026
In Vitro Antimicrobial Activity of Five Turkish Honey Types Against Otitis Externa Pathogens: A Comparative Study.
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Objectives: The global rise of antimicrobial resistance underscores the urgent need for alternative therapeutic agents for common infections such as otitis externa. This study aimed to investigate and compare the in vitro antimicrobial activity of five Turkish honey types-thyme, pine, linden, sunflower, and lavender-against eight microorganisms commonly associated with otitis externa. Methods: Honey samples were collected from certified Turkish beekeepers and analyzed for their physicochemical and biochemical properties. Antimicrobial activity was assessed using the broth microdilution method in line with CLSI guidelines. The tested microorganisms included Results: Thyme honey showed the broadest spectrum of antimicrobial activity (62.5%), with particularly low MICs against Conclusion: Turkish honey, especially thyme honey, demonstrates promising antibacterial activity against otitis externa pathogens. These findings suggest potential for honey-based adjunctive therapies in managing bacterial ear infections, particularly amid rising antibiotic resistance. However, the lack of antifungal efficacy highlights limitations in fungal otitis cases.
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