What can cause your ears to have sudden itching, burning, wax production, swelling and soreness of the ear canal and production of small sharp crystal like pieces in the outer ear canal? Previously no noticeable wax production or problem. Went to PCP and was treated for eye infection with Cipro drops that failed and then Keflex orally. Eyes are better but not clear. During the 3 weeks I was waiting to see the ENT my ears had slowly gotten better. When I saw the ENT he blew some air in there to remove some wax and said everything looked normal, and they did feel almost normal again. But within 24 hours of the air blow out, all the symptoms started again and are now worse than ever! My ears are swollen, painful and have these sharp little rocks and wax in them. Itchy, painful and can t hear well! Ideas?