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I have constant itching in ear canal. cannot get rid of it. been bothering me for over 1 year. allergy medicine does not help. skin in ear is dry.

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

? infection: Of the ear canal (otitis extrna) dry ears as dry skin can invite infection hence itching, allergy meds won't help, a prescription ear drops would help though.

Answered 1/5/2019

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A member asked:

I have constant itching in ear canal. cannot get rid of it. been bothering me for over 1 year. allergy medicine does not help. skin in ear is dry.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Al Hegab answered

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