Why is my dog shaking head and itching ears with no infection?

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i took my 8 year old Vizsla/pit bull mix to the Vet a year ago, because she constantly shakes her head(like a wet dog would do) They found no ear infection, but still prescribed an ear gel called Zymox Otic. It didnt help, in fact, she lost her hearing for a few days, so I stopped giving it to her. She still shakes her head constantly, and itches her ears slowly. It really bothers her. Any clue as to the cause of this? Vet bills can be costly, so I thought I would ask here. Thank you! -Casey. Pet's info: Dog | Vizsla | Female | 45 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi Casey, if there is nothing in the ear the underlying cause can be allergies or an ear polyp. Did the vet use an otoscope and look way down into the ear canal? Were they able to see the ear drum - whether or not is was intact or ruptured? Many dogs will not hold still good enough to allow a thorough exam of the ears. If that is the case with Layla then sedation may be needed so the vet can get a good look inside. If there is absolutely nothing in the ear canal and the ear drum is fine then there is likely a middle ear infection or inflammation (behind the ear drum). More advanced testing would be needed to check for that.

Why is my dog shaking head and itching ears with no infection?

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