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Putting  finger in ears

2015-11-26 03:34:10
I have an itching sensation inside my ears and when I put my finger or pen, pencil etc., I am getting some relief. Sometimes some very small liquid will be present, but no pain. How can I overcome this?
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You most probably have a fungal infection in your ear - Otomycosis. Consult an ENT specialist to have the fungal suctioned out immediately. This is a very stubborn infection and will require weeks if not months of treatment with antifungal ear drops

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