Question 1

my ear canal is swollen,but no pain. what could be the cause?

Accepted Answer

Ear lump: Greetings. The ear canal has contours inside that are unique to each individual. Other reactive changes could occur from wax buildup, cyst formation or infection. See your doctor for an examination.

Question 2

what do you suggest if my ear canal is swollen, but no pain ?

Accepted Answer

Possible infection: May be symptom of infection. Should have it checked out by a doctor.

Question 3

i left ear is muffled and the ear canal is red but clear of blockage, it is bothersome but not painful or swollen. what could be going on?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: This problem can only be solved by seeing your doctor and being evaluated face-to-face.  After a thorough examination, your doctor should be able to tell you what's wrong and what to do about it.

Question 4

my tragus is swollen and in pain. also cartilage around it. very very bad and constant pain. not tmj. no pain in ear canal- just external ear. help!!!

Accepted Answer

No self-Rx: Pain &amp; Swelling are red flags raised by your body that there is a problem (perhaps infection) requiring professional care.  Please call your GP or an ENT before problem worsens and spreads.

Question 5

ear ache.  ear canal is swollen and swelling around the ear. pain level is 10/10. i am a rn  and try to look what cause the discomfort but now the ear?

Accepted Answer

See ENT doc: What you described suggest bacterial otitis extena and you should see an ENT doctor for proper care. You may take acetaminophen for pain, but the infection will require topical or systemic antibiotics.
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Question 6

swollen painful ear canal and painful jaw movement left side only no fever or discharge?

Accepted Answer

Ear/jaw pain: Best advice is to have you go and see your Dr.  AN ENT (ear/Nose/Throat) Dr. would be best...You may have a eustacian tubes issue which can often cause both symptoms, and or it may be TMJ dysfunction/syndrome.  Get the proper evaluation, so the best treatment can occur.  Best wishes.

Question 7

ear canal swollen and same ear and eye on left side bumps all over and itchiness. could there be something in ear or just allergic reaction.?

Accepted Answer

Allergic reaction: The itchy bumps imply an allergic reaction and should respond to some over the counter cortisone cream, but swelling of the ear canal usually means an outer ear infection (such as "swimmer's ear") and usually ear drops would be prescribed. Occasionally white vinegar or hydrogen peroxide can be used for mild swimmer's ear.

Question 8

my husband has an earache and his tragus and inner ear is swollen and red almost blocking the ear canal. slight pain in jaw. been using otc ear drops

Accepted Answer

Ear infection: Your husband most likely has an infection of the ear canal.  He needs to have it examined by a doctor as soon as possible.

Question 9

pimple thing at the opening of ear canal. every now and then i touch or pick it. now it seems swollen and my ear hurts in that spot. going to go to urgent care tn. what can it be? what can i do in the mean time? afraid i have ear cancer?

Accepted Answer

: This could be infected. Glad you are getting medical attention. This is not a sign of cancer. Meanwhile you can apply warm compresses a few times/day (washcloth with very warm water) and try not to rub or pick at it.

Question 10

pimple thing at the opening of my ear canal. it had gotten infected/swollen and i went to urgent care and they gave me drops and it felt better/went down in sweeping but the tiny little bump is still there. no other symptoms. can it be ear cancer?

Accepted Answer

: Cancer of the ear canal is very rare and rare diagnoses are rarely correct. Give it time to heal. Warm fomentation may help with the resolution of the lesion.

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My ear canal is swollen,but no pain. what could be the cause?

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What do you suggest if my ear canal is swollen, but no pain ?

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I left ear is muffled and the ear canal is red but clear of blockage, it is bothersome but not painful or swollen. what could be going on?

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My tragus is swollen and in pain. also cartilage around it. very very bad and constant pain. not tmj. no pain in ear canal- just external ear. help!!!

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Ear ache. ear canal is swollen and swelling around the ear. pain level is 10/10. i am a rn and try to look what cause the discomfort but now the ear?

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Swollen painful ear canal and painful jaw movement left side only no fever or discharge?

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Ear canal swollen and same ear and eye on left side bumps all over and itchiness. could there be something in ear or just allergic reaction.?

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My husband has an earache and his tragus and inner ear is swollen and red almost blocking the ear canal. slight pain in jaw. been using otc ear drops

A member asked:

Pimple thing at the opening of ear canal. every now and then i touch or pick it. now it seems swollen and my ear hurts in that spot. going to go to urgent care tn. what can it be? what can i do in the mean time? afraid i have ear cancer?

A member asked:

Pimple thing at the opening of my ear canal. it had gotten infected/swollen and i went to urgent care and they gave me drops and it felt better/went down in sweeping but the tiny little bump is still there. no other symptoms. can it be ear cancer?

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