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Ear entrance turned black

2020-06-30 15:37:00
I used to use ear buds for quite a long time after my shower. I realized my ear hole entrance has turned black or gray I should say. Can you suggest how the black one goes become normal. I stopped using buds from last couple of months. Can this become normal. Please assist.
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In the case that there is no pus discharge then .... It appears to be that the regular use of buds caused an allergic reaction leading to dermatitis following which post inflammatory hyperpigmentation happened . . Can apply desowen lotion 0.05% using cleaned little finger with trimmed nails gently over the affected area .
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Advice to Stop using ear buds . Do not scratch . Avoid water entry into ears for 10 days . Instead Can wipe hair with wet towel if need for head bath

Answered2020-06-30 15:45:40

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