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How Can Itching And Pain In The Ears Be Treated?

I ve had swimmers ear years ago & no problem until 7/8 yesterday. It itches, feels full, sometimes hurts & it may be trying to drain. Can it be treated with white vinegar & rubbing alcohol? And how long should I leave the 2 drops in there? Still have paper from Dr. Thanks so much. Catherine Hinsdale
Mon, 7 Aug 2017
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Hi,
Thanks for the query. I understand your concern.
You seem to have ear canal infection/ inflammation. built up ear waxin ear canal can cause such symptoms.
- Put soliwax ear drops twice a day if there is wax in ear( easily seen with a torch )
If no wax tea tree oil / Sofracort ear drops would relieve the trouble.
- For fullness of ear- chew chewing gum/ yawn / breath in & exhale GENTLY while close nostrils & keep mouth shut
* if no improvement or if trouble increases, consult ENT surgeon for antibiotics & other drugs
Thanks
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How Can Itching And Pain In The Ears Be Treated?

Hi, Thanks for the query. I understand your concern. You seem to have ear canal infection/ inflammation. built up ear waxin ear canal can cause such symptoms. - Put soliwax ear drops twice a day if there is wax in ear( easily seen with a torch ) If no wax tea tree oil / Sofracort ear drops would relieve the trouble. - For fullness of ear- chew chewing gum/ yawn / breath in & exhale GENTLY while close nostrils & keep mouth shut * if no improvement or if trouble increases, consult ENT surgeon for antibiotics & other drugs Thanks