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What Causes Blackish Ear Discharge?
Question: what does a black discharge from the ear mean Has been using various home remedies for several weeks and has finally gone to the doctor. But now has severe pain and this small amount of black discharge.
Brief Answer:
Could be fungal infection.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to healthcare magic.
I had gone through your question.
I can understand your concern.
Blackish discharge could be due to fungal infection.
I recommend the following.
1) Keep the ear dry. Avoid entry of water while bathing.
2) Antifungal eardrops.
3) Antihistamines like tablet levocetrizine, if there is itching.
4) Otoscopic examination and cleaning of ear using dry cotton.
You will be fine.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any questions, I am happy to help.
Wish you a good health and speedy recovery.
Regards,
Dr Paparaja S MBBS MS
Consultant ENT Surgeon
Could be fungal infection.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to healthcare magic.
I had gone through your question.
I can understand your concern.
Blackish discharge could be due to fungal infection.
I recommend the following.
1) Keep the ear dry. Avoid entry of water while bathing.
2) Antifungal eardrops.
3) Antihistamines like tablet levocetrizine, if there is itching.
4) Otoscopic examination and cleaning of ear using dry cotton.
You will be fine.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any questions, I am happy to help.
Wish you a good health and speedy recovery.
Regards,
Dr Paparaja S MBBS MS
Consultant ENT Surgeon
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