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Pimple in ear lobe is a symptom of what?

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Dr. Staci Levick answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Surgery

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.

Answered 5/31/2014

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