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Is it advisable to get your ears cleaned by a doctor? Do I need to put any medicine in my ear before I go

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There is no need for any scheduled ear cleaning If you have heaviness or sense of blockage then consult ENT ...  Read More

How often should we clean our ears by a specialist? Is it necessary to clean the ears? Or should we leave it be?

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Only if having decreased hearing or itching or tinnitus ...  Read More

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I can feel dat i have ear wax but cant able to clean it .. so how should it possible to clean my ear

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Don't try to remove by yourself as it may cause injury in the ear canal..put wax softening ear drop 3-4 drops thrice a day at least for 5 days.. visit an ENT specialist for wax removal.. ...  Read More

What is the best ear drops to use to clean the ears.. Please advise.................................

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This platform does not permit prescription. Suggest you contact me via direct teleconsultation mode. ...  Read More

Which medicine should I prefer for cleaning ear due to which it looks clean and feel relief.

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Ears are self cleansing organs and need not be cleaned. More you try to clean more problems you create. So because of obvious reasons there are no ear cleaning medications. If you have impacted wax th ...  Read More

I wants to clean my ears,i heared some little from right ear. But I wants to clean my both ears. Can I go to any doctor.

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Visit an ent specialist ...  Read More

What are the charges for getting ear cleaned (wax cleaning)? My ear is always itchy I feel I have an issue of ear wax.

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Impacted wax can be cleaned after softening it with wax softeners. It can be cleaned either by syringing or suctioning. Charges depend on the the doctor and type of procedure being carried out ...  Read More

Want to clean my ear as hearing is low.so suggest something to clean my ear.or some eardrop for cleaning

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Use Otorex ear drops three drops three times daily for five days ...  Read More

What should be the frequency of being my ears cleaned and where should I get them cleaned? Should I go meet some experts ear cleaners?

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Get it done once in 6 months from an ENT surgeon. ...  Read More

Is professional ear cleaning a good option? I try not to use earbuds frequently and was thinking of getting my ears cleaned by a doctor. Please advice.

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Normally, ears clean on their own. All we need to do is wipe the outer part with a wet cloth after bath. You don't need to see a doctor if you don't have any problems. ...  Read More

Hi Doctor, what is the best way to clear ear ? Is there any drop comes in the market to make it clear ? Because sometimes when i have itching in ear i generally do it by my hand but i heard it maybe dangerous for ear health?

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Gentle rubbing doesn’t cause any harm but if the itch is severe and painful, you need to visit ENT specialist Also avoid using earbuds or other metallic devices ...  Read More

My 1 month 15 days baby ears looking like this from few days no pain when I touch she is not crying.

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Take amoxyclav SYP..do noor feed on lying down ..do not worry for this condition ...  Read More

How to clean my dry earwax as it is making me uncomfortable..it is dirty and itching .so what should I do

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Use Dewax ear drops 3 drops 4 times daily for a week. You can consult ent doctor for syringing. ...  Read More

Can I have a routine dental cleaning after 4 weeks of laparoscopic myomectomy. Do I need any antibiotics before or after dental cleaning

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Postpone your dental appointment after 3months. Any unnecessary introduction of microbes might be harmful ...  Read More

Sir, I have had diabetes since last 10 years, my side two teeth are missing due to decay, I need to know can I do the tooth implants also cleaning I need to do. i am avoiding the same as my sugar level is avg 190mg/dl. pls advise me

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Hello You can plan for implant once your sugar level are normal. You can take a consent from physician before surgery ...  Read More

I am male 43 Yrs old and Yesterday i was cleaning my left ear with buds and suddenly the buds went inside my ear and as it went inside.since then till now I am having pain in my ear. I request you to tell me some treatment.

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If bud stuck inside the ear it requires physical examination and removal. ...  Read More

Hi I had discomfort in my ears, as I travelled thought it was dust that entered. And I used buds to clean it, but it is paining alot and can sense swelling. Pls do suggest tablet or eardrop or home remedy for it. It's painful as I'm unable to chew too. Using oflokem d ear drop but pain hasn't reduced.

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Your symptoms suggest ear canal infection and swelling, likely worsened by using earbuds. Do not insert buds, pins, or cotton into the ear and keep it dry. Pain while chewing can occur due to canal sw ...  Read More

Good evening sir I have ear wax problem How much cost remove ear wax in Hyderabad sir Both ears sir Please reply

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Cost of ear cleaning may differ from doctor to doctor ...  Read More

My 5-months-running daughter developed a small red spot on the outer ear about 10 days ago, which gradually increased into multiple tiny red dots and now appears as a dry, reddish patch on the pinna. There is no fever, no discharge or pus, and no excessive crying, and she is feeding normally. I would appreciate your opinion and guidance regarding t

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Hearing blocked after at home ear wax removal with ear buds. Right ear issue, no issue in the left ear. Ear cleaning after putting warm oil in ear overnight

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use soliwax ear drops 6 drops 5 times a day for 7 days. get it cleared with ENT surgeon. Do not clean at home ...  Read More

My son is 2 years old. I noticed some yellowishness on his teeth and a bit of oral smell, despite brushing 2 times a day. He is using non-fluoride Colgate toothpaste suitable for 0-2 year olds. 1)What can I do to reduce yellowness on his teeth and oral smell. 2) Is it safe to introduce fluoride based. He is using non-fluoride Colgate toothpaste cu

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Hi! Thank you for sharing your concern — it’s completely understandable to feel worried when you notice something unusual in your little one’s mouth. Mild yellowing and slight oral s ...  Read More

I’ve been experiencing mild to strong itching in both ears for a while. I suspect it might be due to earwax, but when I try to clean with earbuds, nothing really comes out. I’ve also noticed a slight decrease in my hearing ability compared to before. There’s no pain, discharge, or other major discomfort. Could you please advise what might be causin

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Please get your ear checked it might be was also, can lead to ear itching and decreased hearing both. Or it can be ear infection also. Don’t use earbuds and it can push ear wax further inside . ...  Read More

I have some infection in my ears. I clean it everyday properly but i see a layer of fungus like it is not properly moisturised i tried applying my moisturiser as well but of no help.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I have got my dental cleaning done a week ago. I still feel sensitivity in my teeth and a Lil jaw pain. Also I have ulcers in my mouth post the cleaning procedure Been using Rexidin gel and Vantej toothpaste as told by the doctor. How long would the sensitivity persist? Any other tablets or gels to be used? Awaiting response.

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Hello ma'am , if the sensitivity is persisting post scaling what you can do is apply the toothpaste ( vantej ) or use a de-sensitizing toothpaste( thermokind kf ) on all the teeth for a couple of minu ...  Read More

I am experiencing ringing sound in my right ear for past 6 days. I had developed cough and cold along with throat ache and had gone to an ENT specialist he had cleaned my wax but after that I am experiencing continuous ringing on that ear. Although my cough cold is now resolved but this issue still remain which is causing a lot of stress to me. Kin

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Firstly, Impedance audiometry need s to be done for u. ...  Read More

Do ENT doctors sometimes use afrin nose spray in the ear Off label? I had a doctor put it in my ear and was wondering if it was safe.

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If u have any discomfort in the ear, consult an ENT specialist ...  Read More

An ENT put afrin nose spray in my ear. I have a perforated ear drum is that normal or can it cause damage to my inner ear?

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Sir you can contact near by doctor for check up ...  Read More

Ear canal swollen shut since 2 days No other problem like pain , headache, and ear discharge. Please tell the treatment plan.

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Please show it to doctor ...  Read More

Dear doctor, I had right side ear surgery on July 2023 now it's earwax in my ear How to clean wax please give me any suggestions And left side ear is paining due to cold please give me any suggestions

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Put soliwax and visit doctor after 3-4 days later he will clean it ...  Read More

Which cotton buds are good for ear cleaning. I am getting wax issues, if I go to the doctor they scratch my ear while wax removal and it happens every 2 months.So, what can I do at my home?

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Johnsons ...  Read More

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