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Why does ear pain increase after using prescribed ear drops?
Query: Hello doctor,A few months back, I had ear pain and according to the doctor, I had a fungal infection and got my ear cleansed and prescribed some drops for my ear to be used. As I used those ear drops my ear pain got increased and it turned into a very severe pain I start feeling that some fluid was ... Read Full »
Dr. Mahmoud Ahmed Abdelrahman Abouibrahim
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concerns. Regarding your ear pain, it is most likely what is called otitis externa which is an infection of the outer canal of the ear most likely fungal. Wet ear is the most common cause also called swimmer's ear. The most appropriate management: ... Read Full »
Is it water that entered my ears causing an infection?
Query: Hi doctor, I have had an ear infection for two to three weeks, that started in my right ear. Now my left ear is also infected. The symptoms include occasional itching inside the ear and flaky dry skin inside the ear tunnel. About two months back, water had entered my ear while taking a shower. I tho... Read Full »
Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for briefing the problem in concern. There is absolutely nothing that you need to worry about, as this is a very common entity that we come across daily. There are two possibilities in your case. 1. Recurrent fungal infection called otomycosis. 2. Recurrent infecti... Read Full »
I am experiencing an earache, tinnitus, and redness despite using an anti-fungal ear drop. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I applied antifungal drops, for a week but my ears are still sore. I am attaching an image of the ear canal. I am experiencing pain, tinnitus, hyperacusis as well as clogged sensation. There is a feeling of pressure in the ears, for 12 months ever since a loud noise exposure led to aco... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concerns. Ear congestion is still present which is not normal. I am not sure if you have used the medication on the prescription of a doctor or if it is self-medicated (which is not advisable). Pain, tinnitus, a sensation of clogging, and pressure s... Read Full »