Hi! I can't give a technical explanation -- but I can relate!! I think it's part of the overall systemic inflammation package for some of us. I was plagued for quite a long time with the very symptoms you're describing, and it didn't seem to be altered by diet, unfortunately -- nor was it helped by acupuncture. The thing that has helped me the most has been developing a habit of keeping my problem ear dry at all times. I wear an ear plug whenever I bathe or swim. After using an ear plug for a little while, my ear cleared up, and I haven't had any problems since -- for well over a year now -- but I continue to wear the ear plug. I think that water/moisture/bacteria exacerbate the inflammation in the ear to which I must be prone.

Best wishes! Paula

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