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Ear wax build up
Itchy ears. how many days of irrigation required? recommended brand of solvent? can I safely remove it myself?
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Hello, itchy ear could be due to many causes like dry ear canal, canal skin allergy, wax etc. The treatment for each is different. Better to consult and then take treatment.
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Consult an ENT specialist locally and let him examine your ears
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1. Avoid water entering your ear till you consult
2. Take tablet Fexofenadine 180 mg once daily to just reduce the itch.
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First of all don't try to remove it urself.
Only if you're sure it's wax then put Soliwax ear drops else don't.
Consider online consultation for detailed history and treatment.
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