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Hi...my 6 month old son is always keeps on itching his ears and hairs. Sometimes during sleep he itches continuously and starts crying. This is from around 3 months.what could be the reason . Any remedy?
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Common causes are wax, seborrheic dermatitis (dandruff).. I suggest an ENT consultation.. Please do not attempt self cleaning
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