Question 1

i like to "crack" my ears by pulling on my lobes. is this bad? what causes the "cracking"?

Accepted Answer

It's ok: You are changing the pressure in the ear canal. Just like shifting your jaw forward with your mouth open and sliding it side to side.

Question 2

what is an ear lobe stretcher used for?

Accepted Answer

Ear Lobe Stretcher: Stretching of pearced ear lobe to apply certain jewelry.

Question 3

i have pain in both ear lobes what causes this ?

Accepted Answer

General check up: I will recommend a general check up with your PCP, he/she will conduct preliminary evaluation and  refer you to specialist if need be. Your symptoms are non-specific and may or may not be serious.

Question 4

pimple in ear lobe is a symptom of what?

Accepted Answer

Irritation  follicle: Earlobe pimples are usually caused by an irritation around a hair follicle that causes accumulation of pus.  Generally, it may be due to either pressure on the earlobe ( hats, earphones, etc) or a chemical irritation such as hairspray, gel, etc.  At times they form without any cause.

Question 5

what can i do for secretion behind my ear lobes?

Accepted Answer

Keep dry and clean: Hello
I'm not sure exactly what you mean by secretions but if you are having drainage from a cyst that ruptured or a pierced ear that is oozing fluid, I'd say first off keep the area dry and clean. Soap and warm water, pat dry. If the area looks red, warm, and painful, it could be infected. In this case, it would be reasonable to get seen at a walk in clinic. Hope this helps

Question 6

my earring is embedded inside my ear lobe! help?

Accepted Answer

See an ENT: They can remove it under local anesthesia if needed.

Question 7

how to heal swollen ear lobe around the piercing?

Accepted Answer

Ice and neosporin.: You need to use neosporin ointment to kill any possible infection around the piercing site and then use ice to reduce the swelling. Use ice cold cloth, not ice on the ear.  10  minutes on and 10 minutes off for 1 hour should be suffice.

Question 8

what happens if you pull a cyst out of your ear lobe?

Accepted Answer

Cyst: It would have been helpful to see a picture of it. If it was truly a cyst, it may never come back, it may re-occur or the site may get infected. Discuss it with a physician if you are concerned.

Question 9

what to do if i have ear lobe swollen after piercing?

Accepted Answer

If red, hot, tender,: painful, swollen with streaking, pus or fever - get medical evaluation.  If it is a cartilage piercing with signs of infection - please take seriously. Take care.

Question 10

how long does it take for ear lobe piercings to heal?

Accepted Answer

5to7 days: It takes 5to 7 days to heal if there is no infection.

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I like to "crack" my ears by pulling on my lobes. is this bad? what causes the "cracking"?

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What is an ear lobe stretcher used for?

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I have pain in both ear lobes what causes this ?

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Pimple in ear lobe is a symptom of what?

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What can i do for secretion behind my ear lobes?

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My earring is embedded inside my ear lobe! help?

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How to heal swollen ear lobe around the piercing?

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What happens if you pull a cyst out of your ear lobe?

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What to do if i have ear lobe swollen after piercing?

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How long does it take for ear lobe piercings to heal?

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