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Itching in Ear

2017-09-10 16:30:01
I have been having itching in internal area of both ears from last 15 to 20 days and as well as there's Abscess in my right ear....what to do?? Is there any serious problem as there is continue itching in my both ears and extreme ache in right ear... Please help. Thank you.
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You seem to be suffering from fungal infection of the ear known as otomycosis. Fungal debris inside your ear canal needs to be cleaned and you need to be started on anti fungal ear drops
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required

Answered2017-09-13 01:48:42

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