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Whenever my friend drinks water, the inside of her throat and ears itch really bad..she thinks she's allergic to water. what is wrong?

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Dr. Sheila Calderon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not allergic to wate: Humans are made of water and are not allergic to water. She should see her doctor to see if her throat and ears as well as her eustachian tube are sensitive to swallowing. She may have an underlying inflammation or allergy or infection.

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/24/2014

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A member asked:

Whenever my friend drinks water, the inside of her throat and ears itch really bad..she thinks she's allergic to water. what is wrong?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sheila Calderon answered

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

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