AirPod pro allergic reaction in ears

I am having the same problem as those on this thread. I have a latex allergy, and I actually asked when I bought the AirPods Pro if there was any latex in the tips. I was advised no. I have used many in-ear headphones before and never had this issue. I started getting the reaction almost immediately but its gotten worse as I have continued to use them. I am curious to know the outcome of the tests, because if there is latex in the silicone then that will explain my issue. My AirPods are only 4-5 weeks old. As per others on the thread, I contacted Apple Support who told me to see my Dr. I will, and I will prove that I do have a known allergy. If this continues, I will want my money back.

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I have Ren having same problems since I ever purchased them. I end up using alcohol cotton swabs because of the itching and drainage I get from wearing them . I am convinced there is something to the material causing such reaction as I stop wearing them and when used again the same allergic reaction comes back. What for? such good quality listening device and it cannot be used because of the poor quality material .

I’ve had my AirPods since July. The first few weeks was fine but then my ears started getting incredibly itchy, felt like something was in them. I also experienced smelly discharge and I could feel the inflammation. I dealt with this for 2 weeks not knowing what it was. I was about to schedule a doctor’s appointment when it occurred to me the discomfort was in the same places my AirPods touched. I didn’t use them for a few days and noticed my ears got better. I thought it must be the silicone or latex tips. So I took pulled them off and took two weeks without using them to let my ears heal. Great; I get to keep my AirPods (they’ve been a god send!) and even though they don’t fit as well, I can still use them, I thought. I put them in for maybe two hours and the following day my ears were back to itchy and swollen. I don’t know what these pods are made of but there are a bunch of stories like this one and mine all over the internet. Apple should be concerned. I’m super bummed I can’t keep using these. They made my life so much easier.

I keep getting the same exact problem, I just wonder if Apple will ever improve the quality of the materials used and if we would have some kind of compensation in regards to getting a new improved quality based product.

After the first time wearing my new air pods pro, my ears became inflamed. Similar symptoms of other people; itchy, draining, crusty and feel like something is in there. From the first use! I am hesitant to use this now. Very disappointed as these were a gift. Hoping for replacement tips made with hypoallergenic materials.

Finding this very interesting. I had been using my Pro's for a few weeks without problems. Then, part way through the first UK lockdown, I started getting problems in both ears, including itching, crusting and clear fluid running like water. I didn't associate it with the pro's at all.

I received antibiotic drops from the doctor, which eventually cleared it up. When I put the pro's back in, immediately I get the same problem return within minutes. What's going on?

Same problem as everyone else, as described. First few months I didn’t have any issues. Then, it started. Been to the doctors multiple times. Finally, I associated it with my AirPod pros.

I have had mine swapped out a few times due to technical issues with them. Wonder if some batches are coming from a factory that has more irritants.

I just purchased some memory foam tips to see if that makes a difference. I’ve also started putting Cortizone in my ear, which came recommended from someone else who’s having this issue.

I’ll report back in a few days if I have any success. Certainly sucks not being able to use my AirPods.

Exactly the same experience here but I had one other observation. I bought my Airpod Pros in January of 2020 and had zero issues until the fall when when airpod pro started the crackling noise issues. This was the left ear. Apple support replaced that single airpod.

About 6 weeks later I started getting the inflammation and allergy in my left ear only. Around then the right airpod pro started crackling and again apple replaced it and now I have the replacement I am having the allergy in both ears. Possibly coincidence but do you think they changed the material in the tips? I had used the airpods non stop for about 6 or 7 months with no issue.

I really want them to work as they have been perfect for working at home etc.

I too unfortunately have this issue.... I have no other allergies. Wore my pro’s for half a day for meetings and spent the next 2-3 weeks with pain, itchiness, swelling and discharge. Doctor gave me steroid spray and eventually cleared up. Tried to wear them again yesterday for half an hour and could and still can already feel my ears swelling and very itchy! Gutted.. these were a birthday present in November... bought from Amazon so hopefully will be able to get my money back with the extended guarantee. I wanted these for ages and now so disappointed!

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I have the same issues with my Airpod pros. I'd like to know what materials it is made of. In my whole life I am only allergies to nickel. When I wear cheap earrings made of nickel I get crusty, itchy earlobes. Also, when I was a teen the metal on the inside button of my jeans used to give me allergic issues on my stomach. I am having the same issues with my Airpods. I think they must use nickel in the materials and I'd like to know if the original airpod has this same issue. I tried replacing the tip with a third party plastic tip by waiting 2 weeks for the infection to clear up, cleaning the airpods and then giving them a try. Within a few hours the familiar itching returned. Does anyone have issues with the original Airpods too or is this allergic phenomenon only with the pros????