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What Causes Redness And Itchiness On Earlobes?

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Posted on Tue, 11 Nov 2014
Question: my outer ear which is my ear lobes (both ears) are red and have been itching for a day now. I dont have pain but i feel warm on my ears even if i touch them. I tried putting cortisone and it will only stop itching for about 1 hour or so and it will go back ITCHING again. It goes behind my ears as well. i was advised by pharmacist to try benadryl since it maybe an allergy reaction from something (unknown). Can u provide info on this? I would appreciate it very much.

I am waiting for an immediate response to my question concerning my ear irritation. Please reply back.
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Answered by Dr. Deepashree (33 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
allergic dermatitis.

Detailed Answer:
Hi, thanks for your query.

In my opinion, you might be having allergic dermatitis. Steroid + moisturizer cream for local application. Antihistamines tablet for 15 days for the itching is advised.

Hope my answers have helped you. Thanks.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D
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Follow up: Dr. Deepashree (13 hours later)
but isnt sterioid a prescription medicine? and Antihistamine is a over the counter medicine?
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Answered by Dr. Deepashree (11 hours later)
Brief Answer:
consult with the doctor.

Detailed Answer:
Hi, thanks for your query.
Yes steroid is a prescription medicine. Antihistamines are available over the counter. I would suggest you to consult with the doctor and get evaluated.
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju
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What Causes Redness And Itchiness On Earlobes?

Brief Answer: allergic dermatitis. Detailed Answer: Hi, thanks for your query. In my opinion, you might be having allergic dermatitis. Steroid + moisturizer cream for local application. Antihistamines tablet for 15 days for the itching is advised. Hope my answers have helped you. Thanks.