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I've been waking up to burning in my ear cartilage. it only happens right after i wake up and no pain inside the ear. what could it be?

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Sleeping on it: Sleeping on the ear, especially if the ear is folded, can cause this. If not sleeping on the ear does not make it go away, see your doctor in person.

Dr Harte and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 2/18/2016

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A member asked:

I've been waking up to burning in my ear cartilage. it only happens right after i wake up and no pain inside the ear. what could it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Dr Harte and 2 doctors agreed

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