Post #2854287
2026-05-21 12:16 UTC
I have had eczema in my ears since my late teens. Doctors have prescribed OTC cortisone cream, calendula cream, and eczema cream, which helped maybe 10% at best.
Recently a fellow sufferer told me ocean swimming seemed to improve her symptoms. I had leftover 3% saline solution after switching to 7% for treating my Bronchiectasis (lung condition) so started swabbing my ears with it twice daily.
It works. So much better now. Wish I hadn't had to wait until I was 58 to learn this. Wish doctors knew about it. Posting in case anyone with this annoying distracting maddening condition can use this info.
MOAR SALT!
Replies (2)
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@LadyMont@spinster.xyz 2026-05-21 12:19
@ninapaley@spinster.xyz I never had eczema, but I'm trying to get an idea of what that feels like in the ears. What the hell? Does it itch or what? Sounds horrible to me.
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@GrumpyOldNurse@spinster.xyz 2026-05-21 12:56
@ninapaley@spinster.xyz I'm glad you finally found something that helps, but, jeeze, Louise.