Question 1

i have a bump inside of my ear cartilage that is tender to the touch and the outside skin looks red. it is not near a piercing so should i see a doc?

Accepted Answer

Piercing: it could be an infected area. You could try some antibiotic ointment and if it doesn't clear up, have your physician take a look

Question 2

how to fix my floppy ear cartilage?

Accepted Answer

Ear cartilage: Were you born with the condition, or was it acquired thru injury? A plastic surgeon or ENT specialist should be able to evaluate the problem & offer you options for treatment.

Question 3

advice to ensure a ear cartilage piercing is healed properly with minimal complications?

Accepted Answer

Ear piercing: The reason I do not recommend that people have an ear piercing through the cartilage its at the cartilage has no blood supply so if you develop infection it may be hard to have it heal. You should follow the instructions carefully of whomever pierced your ear. Remember to wash your hands before you do the wound care which should be done twice a day.

Question 4

i feel a ball in my ear cartilage, should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Ear cartilage: What you are feeling could be a myriad of things. You would be better served to have a board certified otolaryngologist evaluate this lesion.

Question 5

what causes a lump on the ear cartilage ?

Accepted Answer

Most commonly trauma: However, this could be neoplastic and should be examined by a physician with possible biopsy to establish a definitive diagnosis.

Question 6

she has a bump behind one ear that is not behind the other. it seems to be firm like cartilage. she hadn't noticed it until it started itching today.

Accepted Answer

Must be examined: Never ignore any unexplained "bump" - possible lymph noted, lipoma, bony exostosis or calcified sebaceous cyst: I suggest evaluation and if needed, surgical excision.

Question 7

what can cause a lump/swelling on the ear cartilage?

Accepted Answer

Trauma: The most common cause for lumps on the ear cartilage is trauma. A piercing or a hit to the ear can cause lumps in and around the cartilage. Under the ear skin is an unusual location for tumors, but the skin of the ear is a common site for skin cancer. Infection can also cause a lump, but most common infections are associated with pain and redness too. If the area is enlarging, seek medical care.

Question 8

i have a hard pebble sized lump on my outer ear cartilage. it doesn't hurt. is this something to worry about?

Accepted Answer

No worry: if does not become bigger. The most common cause for lumps on the ear cartilage is trauma.

Question 9

i have a bump on the back of my cartilage piercing, how to i make it go away without having to get my ear re-pierced?

Accepted Answer

Warm soaks: Try warm soaks 2-3 times a day.

Question 10

i have a bump that has formed on the top of my ear from a cartilage piercing that never healed.  is there a way to remove this?

Accepted Answer

Probably scar: This could either be a scar or perhaps a small cyst from trapped skin or inflamed cartilage. You can never completely remove a scar but it might be reduced in size and made less visible. Consult with a facial plastic surgeon for best treatment. Be aware that you probably will not be able to wear jewelry there.

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I have a bump inside of my ear cartilage that is tender to the touch and the outside skin looks red. it is not near a piercing so should i see a doc?

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How to fix my floppy ear cartilage?

A member asked:

Advice to ensure a ear cartilage piercing is healed properly with minimal complications?

A member asked:

I feel a ball in my ear cartilage, should i be concerned?

A member asked:

What causes a lump on the ear cartilage ?

A member asked:

She has a bump behind one ear that is not behind the other. it seems to be firm like cartilage. she hadn't noticed it until it started itching today.

A member asked:

What can cause a lump/swelling on the ear cartilage?

A member asked:

I have a hard pebble sized lump on my outer ear cartilage. it doesn't hurt. is this something to worry about?

A member asked:

I have a bump on the back of my cartilage piercing, how to i make it go away without having to get my ear re-pierced?

A member asked:

I have a bump that has formed on the top of my ear from a cartilage piercing that never healed. is there a way to remove this?

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