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Itchy fungal infec. in corner of ears (where earlobe folds).when scratched, a raw scab forms & liquid (ear wax?) will leak (sometimes excessively) from scab.liquid hardens/crystallizes after certain amount of time - becomes liquid again when touched.
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Anti fungal: I am guessing you had this diagnosed by an MD. You should have been given an RX for an anti-fungal. You could try Clotrimazole, or Tolnaftate (cheap at dollar stores) applied 3 x per day. If persistent see an ENT specialist or a dermatologist.
Answered 9/4/2019
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