Itching inside the ear or ear canal Redness inside the ear Some drainage of clear, odorless fluid or pus Feeling of stuffed or blocked ear Partial hearing loss Swollen lymph nodes around the ear
Excess moisture in the ear that aids bacterial growth Swimming especially water with high bacteria levels A narrow ear canal Scratches or abrasions in the ear canal Cleaning of the ear canal with cotton swabs or other objects Using headphones or a hearing aid Skin allergies or irritation from jewelry, hair spray or hair dyes Sensitivity reactions inside the ear
Otolaryngologist (ENT)
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