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How Can Allergic Itching In The Ears Be Treated?
I have been told I have mold, dust, and dust mite allergies. My ears itch inside so bad, it s causing me to wake up at night and itch till they bleed, and during the day working as well. I ve been to my family doctor, dermatologist, and most recent allergist. The allergist told me to use anti-itch eye drops so it won t plug my ear canal, as I have very small ear openings and they plug easily. It s not just my ears, but my scalp at the hairline is red and itchs when I get too hot. At first I thought I was allergic to hair dye, but I ve switch to shampoos and body wash that is perfume/dye free, sulfate free, etc. I now have air purifier s running in my home and office to help with allergies, but am so uncomfortable with ear/scalp itching, it s almost unbearable. Would there be any other solutions or causes you can think of?
Mon, 28 Jan 2019
Hello,
I would suggest you take over the counter anti-histamine medication like Tablet Zyrtec or Levocet, for symptomatic relief. However, treatments like allergen immunotherapy can be used in cases of recurrent allergies. These therapy does not completely cure people, instead, it reduces the symptoms, and also the need for medication. In this method, allergen extracts are gradually introduced to the body using tablets, sprays, or injections. As the body get exposed to these allergens, overtime the immune system adapts to them, and the tolerates the environmental allergens better. The treatment has proven to be effective in most cases that require regular medications due to the severity of symptoms. I would recommend you to discuss this option with your treating doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ayesha Shareef,
General & Family Physician
I would suggest you take over the counter anti-histamine medication like Tablet Zyrtec or Levocet, for symptomatic relief. However, treatments like allergen immunotherapy can be used in cases of recurrent allergies. These therapy does not completely cure people, instead, it reduces the symptoms, and also the need for medication. In this method, allergen extracts are gradually introduced to the body using tablets, sprays, or injections. As the body get exposed to these allergens, overtime the immune system adapts to them, and the tolerates the environmental allergens better. The treatment has proven to be effective in most cases that require regular medications due to the severity of symptoms. I would recommend you to discuss this option with your treating doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ayesha Shareef,
General & Family Physician
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