What causes the ear canal to itch so badly it wakes you up?
1. Introduction An ear canal that itches so severely it disrupts sleep is most frequently caused by a localized fungal infection known as otomycosis, chronic eczematous dermatitis, or an absolute lack of protective cerumen resulting from aggressive over-cleaning. The dark, warm, and often humid microenvironment of the external auditory canal makes it highly susceptible to … Read more