Question 1

my child has blisters on outer ear cartilage. this is the third day. she now has swollen lymph nodes and high heat in her neck?

Accepted Answer

: This could be an of several viral infections:  herpes simplex, herpes zoster (shingles), chickenpox if she hasn't been vaccinated, and others. Contact her pediatrician ASAP. Good luck.

Question 2

my 6 yr old has pus filled blisters on his outer ear cartilage.he is prone to ear pulling.dr has prescribed antibiotics without seeing him in person. there were white spots on his ears for months before blisters appeared.what could this be? no fever?

Accepted Answer

: If this keeps happening during or after the prescribed antibiotic treatment, further care is necessary, probably from a specialist. Herpes zoster (shingles) or herpes simplex might be possibilities. Depending on circumstances, ask the child's doctor for referral to a dermatologist, infectious diseases specialist, or otolaryngologist (ear-nose-throat). Good luck.

Question 3

what may cause an outer ear blister?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: There are many types and causes of skin blisters. Several types of inflammatory conditions of the skin, allergic reactions, and sometimes bacterial, viral or fungal infections can cause blisters on the skin. Insect bites can also cause blisters.  Have it evaluated by a professional and get the appropriate treatment.

Question 4

my child is 19 month old her outer ear on the top seems to be red and blistering is there something i can do for this?

Accepted Answer

Outer ear: The redness and blistering of your child's outer ear may represent eczema or seborrhoic dermatitis. Check with your doctor for evaluation and treatment.

Question 5

is it possible to get a blood blister in the upper part of your outer ear by force with a pointy object (keys)

Accepted Answer

Sure: That would be a possible mechanism if you hit your ear with the keys.

Question 6

i have a red burning right ear but on the upper outer ear. some fever blisters on my lip.

Accepted Answer

Be alert to Herpes I: Herpes infections can be confused with Fever blisters.
If you develop any more blisters on your (half)  face, go see a doctor tomorrow. You want to be sure that you do not have Shingles(Herpes Zoster). This requires antibiotics to control it. But it may be something less serious and may settle down in 1-2 days. So I do not mean to create any anxiety. But caution is advised.

Question 7

terbinafine cream ok for outer ear?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes for the external ear but not in the canal.

Question 8

i have small blisters appearing on bother ears the tops and lobes they are painful and filled with a clear fluid what could this be please?

Accepted Answer

Probably: Please see your dermatologist for evaluation and to discuss treatment options. This is probably a contact dermatitis.

Question 9

i have a blister like bump behind near inbetween my head and ear.its the same colour as my skin and hurts like a blister when i touch it. what is it?

Accepted Answer

Could be: Blisters can be from an infection, allergic reactions or from injuries. A complete history and examination will help the doctor determin the likely cause.

Question 10

hi, i have a small pimple in my outer ear that causes a pressure kind of feeling, i had one of those before and i popped it and my outer earwasswollen?

Accepted Answer

Do: Not pop it. May use warm compresses

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Blister on outer ear

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My child has blisters on outer ear cartilage. this is the third day. she now has swollen lymph nodes and high heat in her neck?

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My 6 yr old has pus filled blisters on his outer ear cartilage.he is prone to ear pulling.dr has prescribed antibiotics without seeing him in person. there were white spots on his ears for months before blisters appeared.what could this be? no fever?

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What may cause an outer ear blister?

A member asked:

My child is 19 month old her outer ear on the top seems to be red and blistering is there something i can do for this?

A member asked:

Is it possible to get a blood blister in the upper part of your outer ear by force with a pointy object (keys)

A member asked:

I have a red burning right ear but on the upper outer ear. some fever blisters on my lip.

A member asked:

Terbinafine cream ok for outer ear?

A member asked:

I have small blisters appearing on bother ears the tops and lobes they are painful and filled with a clear fluid what could this be please?

A member asked:

I have a blister like bump behind near inbetween my head and ear.its the same colour as my skin and hurts like a blister when i touch it. what is it?

A member asked:

Hi, i have a small pimple in my outer ear that causes a pressure kind of feeling, i had one of those before and i popped it and my outer earwasswollen?

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