Amit Shah Amit Shah Asked 4 months ago

Can you get psoriasis in your ears?

I've had psoriasis on my elbows and knees for years, but recently I've noticed some flaking and redness inside my ears, which is very irritating. I'm wondering if this is related. Can you get psoriasis in your ears?

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Saraswathi Iyer Saraswathi Iyer Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago
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Yes, psoriasis can affect the skin inside and behind the ears, causing dry, itchy scales. Practicing deep breathing daily can help reduce the internal stress that often triggers these skin flare-ups. Be very gentle when cleaning your ears.

Varun Grover Varun Grover Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Oh, that sounds incredibly annoying, especially when you just want to enjoy your food in peace without itching. Yes, ear psoriasis is a real thing. Sometimes greasy or spicy foods can trigger inflammation, so trying to eat a clean diet might help you manage it better.

Sunita Deshpande Sunita Deshpande Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Don't start putting warm oil or random herbal drops in your ear thinking it is just dry skin. Ear skin is extremely sensitive and psoriasis there needs specific topical treatments. Please go see a dermatologist and verify what it is first.

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Deepak Negi Deepak Negi Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Between crying babies and early office calls, my ears are already tired, and psoriasis there sounds like a nightmare. My uncle had it inside his ear canal and it caused temporary blockage. A quick visit to the skin doctor got him some soothing drops.

Nisha Shah Nisha Shah Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Yes, it actually can happen in the ears! 😊 It can get quite itchy and annoying. Just make sure you don't put any sharp objects or cotton buds inside, and consult a dermatologist for some safe drops or creams.

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Karthik Ram Karthik Ram Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Having itchy ears without anyone gossiping about you is definitely a mood dampener! But yes, ear psoriasis is real. Just get a doctor to look at it instead of trying to scratch it with your car keys or pen caps.

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