What Causes the Skin Inside the Ear to Flake and Peel?

What Causes the Skin Inside the Ear to Flake and Peel?

1. Introduction Skin flaking and peeling inside the ear canal is predominantly caused by chronic dermatological conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, or a localized lack of cerumen production leading to severe dryness. The skin lining the external auditory canal is uniquely specialized and requires a precise balance of lipids, moisture, and acidity … Read more