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Five months old rubs ear

2023-02-17 03:34:13
My five months old rubs her ear very often like she is scratching it...is it normal firstly I thought she do it cause of her head hair coming over ears but i am not sure if it's normal to do so.
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Kindly consult in person my friend

Answered2023-02-24 03:34:30

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Good afternoon ! The infant is having itching so its not normal Kindly visit nearby ENT surgeon for examination

Answered2023-02-18 09:29:32

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It may be because of wax
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Soliwax ear drops 3 drops 3 times a day for 7 days

Answered2023-02-17 11:47:05

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Must be wax.visit ent for clearence

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