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I have itching in the ear ..what are the causes any complications will be there .. thanks in advance

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May due to dryness or fungal infection.take tab montair Lc as of now ...  Read More

I got itching in my ears while sleeping almost everyday. Today i had to put a cotton swab to ease it. What could cause itching in ears?

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You seem to be suffering from chronic otitis externa which is a common type of dermatological problem of external ear. You may need to apply steroid antifungal creams in your canal for few days ...  Read More

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Dear Doctor I have been experiencing persistent itching in my ears for the past month. The discomfort is frequent and sometimes intense, causing irritation. The itching occurs in both ears, though it may be more noticeable in one ear than the other. The sensation usually comes and goes throughout the day, but it has been continuous over the past se

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It looks like ETD( eustachian tube dysfunction) if not because of otitis externa, you are not a diabetic right? Also do you have any history of fungus (otomycosis) ...  Read More

I have too much itching in my ears that cause bleeding. Can u pls advise if I should go to skin doctor or ENT. Advise any medicine to get relief.

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Hello, Looks like a fungal infection in ear. Consult an ent doctor ...  Read More

I am having mild pain in ear with itching and feel like ear is blocked and sometimes. While moving ear feels like something wet is in ear. Also some times have ringing sound in ear. What can be cause??

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Please come down to my clinic. I am not Google. I am a trained and experienced ENT, Head & Neck Surgeon. I need to examine you to reach a clinical diagnosis and that takes a lot of skill for which ...  Read More

My mother have been facing problem due to her ear as ut is itching a lot and its mostly because of cold and she has migraine too . I want to know what can be the exact reason or cause of itchy ear is it the cold or something else

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To know the exact reason meet near by ent specialist for ear endoscopy.. Without that you cannot know exact reason ...  Read More

Hi...I have itching in both ears from past one year...there is no discharge from the ears...please suggest

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Contact ...  Read More

I was experiencing left ear itching from past 5 days. I am currently using candid ear drops from past 2 days. Ear itching has reduced but feels ear block inside. What can be the cause?

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Could be because of ear wax, consult ENT Specialist nearby ...  Read More

Hi, my ears itch. what can be the reason by for their itching and how should i treat it. Please advise.

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Mostly itching in the ear occurs due to fungal infection.. allergies should also be ruled out.. keep ear dry and untouched.. consult with an ENT specialist for proper assessment.. ...  Read More

I am suffering from Itching in both the ears from past one month. Possible reasons for the sane. Plz help

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Dryness causes itching. Donot use ear buds. Meet an ENT for a checkup ...  Read More

My son is 10 months old, and he continues to itching in his ears , please suggest the possible reasons and solutions

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Hello, it might be wax. Get her examined by ENT doctor ...  Read More

Dr i am having itching inside my ear from few weeks , i feel when i produce crackling sound in ear then feel some relief in itching. Is there any ear drop comes for removing itching ?

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Quadriderm rf cream ...  Read More

My father is on AKURIT-4 yesterday was his first dose. He is weighing 56 kg and he's having like itching yesterday the eating was limited to his hands, but today his whole body is itching. I have given him MonteLC which subsided the itch for sometime but again it has mildly started is it a matter of concerned because he had like a hepatitis B posi

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the development of generalized whole-body itching immediately following the first dose of AKURIT-4 (a fixed-dose combination for Tuberculosis) is a significant clinical event. This strongly points tow ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I am a 45-year-old female. I am having itching in both of my ears for the past few days. There is no major pain, but the itching is quite uncomfortable. I bought Candid Ear Drops from the medical store. Can I use these drops? I also have an allergy to Betadine. Please suggest. Thank you.

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Hello, do not instill drops on you own without examination. You can take levocitrizine tablet at night for 5 days. ...  Read More

Please suggest any ear drops and home remedies for ear itching in 6 month old baby boy thank you baby name aarav

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Consult an ENT doctor before using any ear drops ...  Read More

Hello sir Since 6 months am having itching on hands wrist and legs area when I use tablet it will go for 5 days again it will start but same time am having dandruff wet powder comes with irritate my hair with itching on head top pl advice night time more itching happen is scabies on head also it will be effected like dandruff Is scabies like da

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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

I'm not allergic to chocolate but butter. 2 days back had a chocolate and since then my ears and tongue is itching. Whenever I have mouth itching it lasts for 5 days after taking Allegra 120 once a day. What can I take and can something be applied inside the mouth? Thank You.

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Tab oidmont lx ...  Read More

My right ear is smaller than my left ear. I have consulted doctor and he said that my right ear is a cup ear. Please tell me what caused this.

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Congenital ...  Read More

I’ve been experiencing mild to strong itching in both ears for a while. I suspect it might be due to earwax, but when I try to clean with earbuds, nothing really comes out. I’ve also noticed a slight decrease in my hearing ability compared to before. There’s no pain, discharge, or other major discomfort. Could you please advise what might be causin

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Please get your ear checked it might be was also, can lead to ear itching and decreased hearing both. Or it can be ear infection also. Don’t use earbuds and it can push ear wax further inside . ...  Read More

An ENT put afrin nose spray in my ear. I have a perforated ear drum is that normal or can it cause damage to my inner ear?

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Sir you can contact near by doctor for check up ...  Read More

I am suffering from itching and liquid flows out occasionally. Severe itching sometimes ,white colour liquid comes out

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Meet ENT. This needs examination ...  Read More

Hi sir, I have been itching in my ears for quite some time. 6 months ago I had otitis media. It got cured in one ear but sometimes it gets very itchy and in both ears. Sometimes it happens in one ear and sometimes in the other ear. Now when I have ear itching After itching there is little pain in ear . It gets cured for a few days. It keeps happeni

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Common reasons for itchy ears are allergy or fungal infection. ...  Read More

Hi sir, I have been itching in my ears for quite some time. 6 months ago I had otitis media. It got cured in one ear but sometimes it gets very itchy and in both ears. Sometimes it happens in one ear and sometimes in the other ear. After itching there is pain also. It gets cured for a few days. It keeps happening again. I am not able to understand

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Take tab levocitrizine 5 mg 1 tab when their is itching in ear ...  Read More

Itching in ear since 10 days , wax accumulated in ears. A year back had similar problem.....and was resolved with Quadidurm creme.

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You have to put soliwax ear drops and then get it removed by ent doctor ...  Read More

I have wound in just opening of right ear and i felt pain and itching also .no fever no pus no hearing loss but some blood spot i saw while i am cleaning it through ear bud .what should i do . can I use in eardrops after 5 days no blood spot but itching my ear is also dry please advice.

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Ear endoscopy ...  Read More

I have wound in just opening of right ear and i felt pain and itching also .no fever no pus no hearing loss but some blood spot i saw while i am cleaning it through ear bud .what should i do . please advice.

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Nothing as such Go fr ent doctor for proper evaluation of ear If not able to g Keep ear dry fr 5 days ...  Read More

For quite some time, my right ear itches randomly, and when I itch it, and lay down on my left side, it suddenly feels like the insides of my right ear are filled with fluid and my ear gets blocked, and it starts itching even more. After some more itching, white semi fluid comes out.

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The ear has to be examined. Looks like there is infection. ...  Read More

"What can be done to stop the itching in the ears, nose, or throat? Is this a very big threat?" Please

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Need to know the severity of allergic itching and allergen that is bothering Can take over the counter anti allergic drugs for relief ...  Read More

Intense ear pain after blowing my nose since it was runny. Closing nostrils technique I think made it worse. What can I do for instant relief ?

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Hi, I am Dr. Atul Kumar Nimawat MS ENT. Causes of your problem: When you blow your nose forcefully (especially by pinching/closing the nostrils), it can push air and mucus back into the Eustachian tu ...  Read More

I have severe itching in my left ear since 2 months.... the itching gets increased during sneezing or when having a cold.. I have sinus issue and frequently get a sinus infection with my eye and cheeks getting swollen.. what to do for itchy ears

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Quadriderm RF CREAM ...  Read More

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