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Seattle, WA
May 13, 2025
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A anti bacteria ointment or you can mix the ointment with a small amount of anti fungal. You can soak your ear with a wet salt towel pressed to your ear. Sea salt and epsom salt. Just hold till it cools reapply.

May 13, 2025 (edited)
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If steroids are causing burning, there are alternative treatment options. Your doctor may prescribe topical calcineurin inhibitors (TCIs) like pimecrolimus or tacrolimus, which can reduce inflammation and itching without the burning sensation of steroids. Several gentle home remedies may help manage symptoms
- Use lukewarm Show Full Answer

If steroids are causing burning, there are alternative treatment options. Your doctor may prescribe topical calcineurin inhibitors (TCIs) like pimecrolimus or tacrolimus, which can reduce inflammation and itching without the burning sensation of steroids. Several gentle home remedies may help manage symptoms:
- Use lukewarm (not hot) water when showering
- Keep ears thoroughly but gently dried
- Try gentle cleansers designed for sensitive skin
- Wear earplugs when washing hair
- Apply moisturizers that support the skin barrier

A MySebDermTeam member found relief using Aveeno Eczema Therapy for their ears. Remember to apply any treatments carefully with a cotton swab on the external ear area only, and never push anything into the ear canal.

May 13, 2025

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