Ear canal eczema is a skin condition with redness and itchiness as the main symptoms. The cause of this condition has not been determined, so the treatment of ear canal eczema depends on a number of underlying factors that cause the condition and the severity of the condition. There are three types of ear canal eczema including, allergic eczema due to exposure to irritants or allergic substances, and seborrheic eczema which occurs in oily areas of the body, including the scalp. This type of eczema may be related to an immune response in the body caused by fungi in the oil secreted by the skin glands. The third type of eczema occurs more often in older people. Treating allergic eczema may require the patient to stop using some cosmetics or some metal earrings, which can reduce the irritation of the ear canal. If the patient is not sure what is causing the allergy, an allergy test will be needed to determine this. Seborrheic eczema requires the use of some antifungal creams, which can also be combined with steroids to reduce inflammation. Some ear drops are also suitable for treating ear canal eczema. No matter which type of ear canal eczema is treated, you just have to be careful to keep the affected area moist and not to use some harsh soaps or cleansers that can make the condition worse on the affected side. It is important to pay attention to some potential factors in treating ear canal eczema and also to seek medical attention promptly for the severity of the disease.