Allergic reaction to ear buds

[fots]

I've 100% had a reaction from my galaxy bud pros. I've got itchy, flaky ears plus fluid. It's super uncomfortable and extremely annoying as I've paid for these! I don't have an allergy to nickel. Is there anything that can be done? 

[nowdeleted]

1st thing are the buds clean ?? As once they are in, they create a perfect breeding ground as its nice and warm and dark.
Make sure your ears are "clean' as there could be something there that likes dark warm places.

[StuartR]

As already stated earlier buds should be cleaned regularly and I always make a point of cleaning before first use as you have no idea what's been on them. I use alcohol wipes.

There are different types of ear buds available from ebay, Amazon. A few seem to prefer memory foam tips.

[fots]

Yes, all clean and I've changed the buds to memory foam tips with no change 😞 I've done some research and I've heard the buds are causing nickel allergies, which I have never had before. Does anyone know how I can get in touch with Samsung about this?

[-Robot-]

I don't think it's causing nickel allergies but more of a case you have a nickel allergy

[fots]

I've never ever in my life had a reaction to nickel and I'm 30 years old

[-Robot-]

That's like saying I don't have hay-fever because I have never had it before and I am 50

It is possible you have just developed a nickel allergy or you have sensitivity to the rubber of the buds

[PaulC59]

I've had a couple of nasty infections after wearing the buds for prolonged periods and have read a few others with similar issues. From what I have read some people have reactions to the silicone tips, others to ingredients in stainless steel and I think the buds 2 pro are much thicker than a lot of others so forcing them in and out may cause issues as ears can be very sensitive. The following article on Samsung website might help https://www.samsung.com/uk/support/mobile-devices/wearing-the-galaxy-buds/?&modelCode=SM-G998BZKHEUA...

[Rd16]

I have cleaned my earbuds pro several time and I get the same symptoms. Can something be done about this. Will samsung make tips that are made of plastic?

[Rd16]

I am 59 and I never had nickel allergy before. However if I have one now I believe it directly linked to my use of Samsung earbuds pro