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My kid often ithching his ear

2017-10-30 10:22:43
I have gone to children specialist due to vaccination and stated this problem. he has given ear drops and I put in his ears and after some days I have cleaned his ears also. but still, he is itching. what would I have to do?
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He may be having fungal infection of the ear canal which is known as otomycosis. Usually it presents with intense itching in the ear. In this condition ears needs to be cleaned and anti fungal drops needs to be used for few days
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required

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