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Why do i get these pimply like bumps on my earlobes? its more inside the earlobe like a pimple but they hurt if i try to bust them.

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Dr. James Cunnar answered

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Sebum: These sound like small sebum filled cysts. They are different than pimples. I wouldn't manipulate them - sometimes, if you probe or poke them, they can get infected or grow. Just leave them be.

Answered 3/26/2013

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A member asked:

Why do i get these pimply like bumps on my earlobes? its more inside the earlobe like a pimple but they hurt if i try to bust them.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Cunnar answered

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