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Had my right ear syringed today by an ent surgeon a tick was attached to my ear drum,now i feel some pain and unbearable itch in that ear.is it normal?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Yes, ear drops: Yes, hopefully you have ear drops for the itching. If not, see a pharmacist for OTC ear drops.

Dr Sidman agreed

Answered 6/30/2015

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A member asked:

Had my right ear syringed today by an ent surgeon a tick was attached to my ear drum,now i feel some pain and unbearable itch in that ear.is it normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Dr Sidman agreed

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