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There are bumps inside my ears. it hurts when i touch or insert earpiece.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Pimples: Most likely pimples so apply a topical antibiotic and get seen if symptoms worsen.

Dr Cremers and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/12/2018

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