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Very itchy ear canal after having having same ear irrigated and slightly dulled hearing, what could it be causing this ? what treatment is available ?

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Dr. Edward Burney answered

Ear itch: Itcing usually suggest allergy. Dullness of hearing could be ear wax . However, the combination suggest possible nerve irritation or damage......Contact an ear speicalist for a complete exam.

Answered 8/26/2018

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Very itchy ear canal after having having same ear irrigated and slightly dulled hearing, what could it be causing this ? what treatment is available ?

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Dr. Edward Burney answered

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