My ears always feel like there is water in them. they are constantly itchy, painful, and seem to be producing too much wax. i've tried different kinds of drops, rubbing alcohol, ear candles, etc. i'm not sure what to do. the outsides of my ears (and espec

Otitis externa: Some people develop chronic itchy ears due to inflammation of the external canal skin. This is often exacerbated by Q-tip use, frequent cleaning with Debrox, alcohol, or hydrogen peroxide.A little wax is helpful, as it is a moisturizer for the canal and also repels water and other irritants. See an ENT doctor as there are some medications that can help reverse the chronic symptoms.