Question 1

why does the inside of my ear itch so bad?

Accepted Answer

Dryness or allergy: The most common cause of itching of the ear canal is dryness.  If you are a q-tip user, the ear may be too clean.  Sometimes mineral oil can relieve the dryness and soothe the itching.  Itching may in rare cases be the result of allergy of the skin.  But, if so, you should have other symptoms of allergy.

Question 2

i have an ear ache that is on the inside of my ear and my ear feels like there is pressure in my ear.  could this be and ear infection?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Examination is the key. We can see ear infection very easily.  It could also be a cold, allergies, or a simple congestion. See doctor.

Question 3

feels like something is in my ear?

Accepted Answer

Could be wax, other.: You could simply have a lot of wax in the ear, or something that doesn't belong there.  I have pulled out scraps of paper, beads and even a cockroach out of people's ears!  go to the doctor and have someone take a look with an otoscope and clean it out.

Question 4

there is fluttering in my ear. what is it? should i have it checked?

Accepted Answer

Fluttering: Usually this symptom would be associated with some degree of fluid in the ear.  However, could be a bug in the ear canal. Most issues of this nature will resolve in a day or so.  However, if persistent a visit may be needed.

Question 5

why are is there crust in my ear?

Accepted Answer

Too many possibles: This can be dried wax, eczema or psoriasis.  I would need much more information.  Wax typically does not cause tenderness.  That is the major take home to see if you need checked.

Question 6

how to stop this ringing in my ear?

Accepted Answer

Tinnitus: An Ear/Nose/Throat specialist evaluation would be a good place to start. Take care.

Question 7

i have static in my ear what is it?

Accepted Answer

Inner ear: This could be a cochlea problem. You should see an ent.

Question 8

how can i reduce ringing in my ear?

Accepted Answer

Masking technique : Dear sir / madam, 

you have tinnitus.  This starts in the ears but continues because of the brain.

You need a hearing test.

Stress reduction, including prayer, can be helpful.
Avoid loud noise.

You may need hearing aids.

Use white noise or music to mask the tinnitus.

Question 9

why do i have recurring sores in my ear?

Accepted Answer

Skin issues : Sometimes the ear canal skin can form infected cysts which can be very irritating. Sometimes the skin itself can become inflamed or irritated from contact with shampoos and soaps. If you clean your ears with q-tips then you are actually removing healthy wax which protects the skin and this also can lead to recurrent sores and infections. You should see an ENT doctor and have him or her take a look in your ears.

Question 10

there's an insect in my ear. please help?

Accepted Answer

Remove with assist: If it is alive and large, make it uncomfortable with focused heat, or some alcohol and ask a friend to extract it carefully. If small or dead and you cannot dislodge by tilting your head in that direction, see a medical clinic where it can be removed with care under a scope or ear cup.

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