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My ear's outer canal has become deep black. First there was pimple occurred then I applied some tube after that my outer ear canal skin has become deep black. Although there is no itching and It's so frustrating. I want to clear it as soon as possible. Please consult with this issue and suggest any tubes or tablets. Please suggest.

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Please attach pictures and take online consultation. Need more information to reach any diagnosis ...  Read More

Hi i have a dry boil on outer ear canal ,it hurts only when it gets touched otherwise not.will betnovate n work or any ointment.

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Need to take proper treatment for it Kindly consult ...  Read More

I have pain in my ear between ear flap and ear canal from last week. When I touch, it seems like wounded or some insect bite.

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Early signs of infection. ...  Read More

I am suffering from recurring outer ear infection since 1 month. I had it in left ear but I recovered from it after self medicated ear drops. Now the outer ear infection has presented itself in right ear and also slightly in my left ear. The symptoms are foul smelling ear discharge from my once healed left ear and watery,clear discharge from my lef

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Hello U can use Candibiotic ear drops. ...  Read More

I have severe pain in one gum and soreness in that molar. Endodontist did cbct scan and she reviewed it. She didn't send for any reporting. She said she don't see any infection in the tooth but she can see inflammation in that tooth area. Do we need to do root canals if tooth /gum shows inflammation? Severe pain in the gum surrounding that tooth

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Kindly get opposite quadrant, (if this is 48 then get 1st quadrant) evaluated too. CRP is mildly elevated, doesn’t seem bothersome to me as it may be elevated to this level due to some common conditi ...  Read More

My name is shakeel my left side outer ear has bend I want correction what is the permanent solution for it .

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External ear deformity can be corrected by various surgical procedure known as pinnaplasty. You need to consult nearby plastic surgeon for more information ...  Read More

Ear outer side has puss. And had little pain is there.what should I do .why this happened............

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It's ear pinna infection Consult online with proper history and video consultation for better understanding of problem ...  Read More

I have pain in my both ears and the pain covers the back head.. and when I use my mobile the outer ear both pains a lot.... plz give me a suggestion

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Pain in the ears could have the cause within the ears or referred from else where. You need to see an ENT SPECIALIST for diagnosis. ...  Read More

Infection in outer part of the ear with pus. Its painful . The infection is spreading . The area has become red.

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I cannot treat unless I see it. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. ...  Read More

I've been having random outer ear aches since about June. They always come randomly, but they are frequent. I'm not sick or nothing.

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As per your description it looks like neuralgic pain..if it bothering you much consult with an ENT specialist for proper assessment and treatment if required.. ...  Read More

Hello, I had ear surgery tymnoplasy 3.5 months back, my ear is okay i also clear my medical exam, but somtimes specially in night and morning i feel inflammation....

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Okk then please see a doctor ...  Read More

I have bl ear lobe inflammation and infection from last 2 years i have history of bl ear cyst for more then 10 years but now there is no visible cyst but recurrent infection and inflammation I visited more then 10 doctors no one had accurate diagnosis some said it is normal infection one dr said it is relapsing polycondrities other 6 dr said it is

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Respected sir, during one month i have been suffering ear inflammation. I consulted a doctor and she advised me to do USG report. then she advised no medicine to need. Now my ear problem not to solve.there is a heaviness under the left ear.What should I do?

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Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory course needed for atleast 1 week ...  Read More

My 4 year old daughter poked inside her ear and bleeding occurred. After careful examination I found that canal wall got scratched and injured.What should I do now?Is there any drops or ointments ?

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Hi, I am Dr. Atul Kumar Nimawat MS ENT. Thank you for your query. Minor trauma to the external auditory canal (ear canal), especially due to finger or object insertion, is relatively common in childr ...  Read More

I have boils on my outer ear for the past five days, along with some pain, redness and swelling. I've been taking medications for the last two days—Taxim-O 200 and Aldigesic-SP. The pain and swelling are now under control, but the boils haven’t burst yet. How many days does it usually take to return to a normal state? Also, which specia

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Please visit ENT surgeon, it’s looking big ...  Read More

What could be reason of pain in this area? Only with pressing. I can feel the pain with movement of hair only. I noticed first 15 days back while plugging the earphone (but ignored) then again today after waking up I could feel. I always use this ear for calls and I have sometimes long calls like an hour or so. At the marked blue location it the ar

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U r having otitis externa ...  Read More

Sir/maam I have bl ear lobe inflammation from past 1 year i was having cyst in my both ear when i was child till last year it completely changed discharge from ear lobe yellow and bloody When i took medication last year it cause upset stomach after colonoscopy and endoscopy it was non specific ilieties and mild pangastrites dr told me i m havin

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Kindly take an opinion of dermatologist ...  Read More

I am having this on my ear ..it doesn't heal but no pain.please suggest what is this?it had healed once but now again it's back.

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Specific Medicines are available for good control.... Do direct consultation for detailed prescription.... For more details whatsApp me on 08800646 77 four ...  Read More

Hi, I have got a boil in my outer ear canal, and ear is swollen also from back of ear and also on front side. Some pus was drained out but swelling is there still. Earlier also similar issue occured but swelling was not there. Please guide.

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You will require a detailed examination and a course of antibiotics Kindly take a consultation ...  Read More

I am 19 years old and the skin below my ear has become black and the back side also itches. Please help

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Kindly book a proper consultation for better understanding of ur concern and treatment. ...  Read More

Is there a OTC medicine or eardrops one can use to treat itchy and flaky outer ear and outer ear canal?

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You can take anti allergic medication. Stop putting water in ear and if the problem persists, get complete examination done ...  Read More

Hello docs....my baby is 1 year old... I feel my baby has small ear canal...is it normal or I need to consult pediatrician or ent... Attached here is pic of my babys ear...plzzz have a look and tell me is my babys ear canal normal or small...

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Hello ! It’s normal only . Don’t worry ...  Read More

Past 11 months I m facing left outer ear pain or ache or discomfort while breathing,I feel some air or gas is struck ,and my left cartilage feel harder near tragus and backside too,and same time I have left chest discomfort n rib pain,too,I have allergic rhinitis and left mild dns and nose block,I have been to many ENT but they say ear is fine,pls

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This sensation of ear discomfort could be due to Eustachian tube dysfunction. Plus the presenting complaints of ur nose can also lead to similar complaints. U can show an ENT and gets some ear tests ...  Read More

How do doctors check if inner ear or middle ear is infected? How do doctors check if inner ear or middle ear is infected?

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That's for us to investigate Sir , will you please tell me your symptoms ...  Read More

I'm having a small bump in ear canal,while popping up the blood leaks for long time and also that bump start growing.is it to be serious issue?.

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It could be boil . Apply mupirocin ointment on it . If it’s not relieved in 3/4 days show to an ENT consultant ...  Read More

I having an earache from two weeks my friend noticed a hole in my ear I having pain that side of neck and throat iam putting photo of that ear can someone please help with this, is there any serious problem

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Consult nearest ENT doctor for examination of the ear ...  Read More

In my ear there is an extra skin like lump is growing on my outer ear and if I try to tear it down, it bleeds and if some piece is broken then it grows again. Its colour is a little reddish in colour.

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It's probably viral wart.. for detailed prescription do direct online consultation with photos ...  Read More

Their is a lump in my outer ear.when i touch its feel little bit of pain.what should be the cause?is it symptom of cancer

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Need pictures then only can advice. ...  Read More

My son has got a swelling in his left side ear after being hit forcefully. What can I do to cure it ? Is it severe are not ?

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Some questions: 1. Age of the child 2. Do you have some pictures to attach? 3. Any issues with hearing? ...  Read More

I have buyed " Drep ear drop " for cleaning ear wax in ear canal. Is it good or any other drop for consideration.

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Drep ear drop is not for wax cleaning. Use wax desolvant drops like Soliwax or Waxaolve ...  Read More

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