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I am getting white flakes in my ear .how to treat this issue . Is it some kind of infection ? And my ears are dry
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White flakes in the ear are usually because of skin conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis which is usually associated with scalp issues such as dandruff. You may need to consult Dermatologist for confirmation of diagnosis
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