 [ Symptoms ] ear infection  yesterday 513 felt a little pressure and itching of right ear and started a dry cough still have cough but now ear itches more than usual i use earbuds daily when i play my music at the gym should i get it checked out or are there any otc is i can use for my ear  what type of doctor should i see walgreens clinic ok currently no insurance [ Disease ] most helpful answer drug store clinics are just fine for this type of medical issue you may have a case of otitis externa and need some prescription antibioticsteroid ear drops in the meantime a solution of 50 white vinegar acetic acid and 50 water   a few body temperature drops instilled in the problematic ear a few times per day will help i would go to the er and see if they can help you afford it sorry could be much help but that is what i did when my son had the same thing they had to put tubes in his ears