Patient's question:
I used to have a mistaken belief that I needed to clean my ears every day, or else my ears would get blocked and I wouldn't be able to hear clearly. Because I did this repeatedly for a long time, sometimes I scrubbed too hard, which led to otitis externa caused by ear cleaning. After taking medication, my ears still hurt—what should I do?Doctor's answer:
It is best to treat your condition. Generally, you need to clean the wound with disinfectant and then apply ointment. It is best to take anti-inflammatory medication under the guidance of a doctor. Next time when cleaning your ears, do not be too forceful, as it can easily lead to infection. You can also use ear drops for treatment. Generally, you need to persist in treatment, and it will gradually improve. In these days, you should avoid spicy and irritating foods and eat more fresh vegetables and fruits.