What Causes Itching in the Ear Canal?
Disease description:
My daughter has been complaining about itchy ears for the past few days and keeps asking me to clean her ears. I’m concerned that cleaning a child’s ears might be harmful—what causes itching in the ear canal?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xu Gang
Itchy ears are commonly caused by factors such as allergies or “excess internal heat” (a traditional Chinese medicine concept). The aforementioned symptoms may stem from an allergic reaction, which can cause ear itching and may also lead to generalized pruritus. Alternatively, they may result from “excess internal heat,” which can manifest as sore throat and ear itching. If a patient experiences persistent ear itching, prompt medical evaluation at a hospital is recommended to determine the underlying cause and initiate targeted treatment.
