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I have a very painful and itchy black head inside my ear to where i cant even see it what could i do to get rid of it without causing damage to my ear?

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

See a dermatologist: These are difficult to remove. An experienced dermatologist will take care of it and will not damage your ear.

Dr Rothstein agreed

Answered 11/1/2016

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A member asked:

I have a very painful and itchy black head inside my ear to where i cant even see it what could i do to get rid of it without causing damage to my ear?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

Dr Rothstein agreed

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