MyPsoriasisTeam

Yes, psoriasis can absolutely cause ear pain, and it's more common than many people realize. Ear psoriasis can cause a range of uncomfortable symptoms, including:

- Tenderness, burning, or itchiness inside or outside the ear
- A feeling of blockage inside the ear
- Dry, scaly patches on or around the ear
- Buildup of Show Full Answer

Yes, psoriasis can absolutely cause ear pain, and it's more common than many people realize. Ear psoriasis can cause a range of uncomfortable symptoms, including:

- Tenderness, burning, or itchiness inside or outside the ear
- A feeling of blockage inside the ear
- Dry, scaly patches on or around the ear
- Buildup of plaques in the ear canal

Sharp or severe pain can occur when the ear becomes inflamed, which is very much in line with what psoriasis does throughout the body. One MyPsoriasisTeam member shared, "My psoriasis on and in my ears is causing severe discomfort," while another said their ear "got really inflamed with psoriasis to the point where I cannot hear anything."

With psoriatic arthritis already in the mix, the body-wide inflammation can make pain feel more intense in various areas, including the ears. It's worth flagging the ear pain to a dermatologist, especially since buildup in the ear canal should be professionally removed — trying to clear it yourself can risk eardrum damage.

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