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A 18-year-old female asked:
I have a pimple in the start of the ear canal, i can touch it but i don't want to pop it (it has formed a white head). can i treat it with my regular face acne products?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Elizabeth Finley-Belgradanswered
Child Psychiatry 35 years experience
Yes: lavendar essential oil or tea tree oil may be easy ways to address it as well
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Dr. Rawhi Omaranswered
Pathology 45 years experience
Yes: The outside portion of the ear canal is covered by skin just like that on your face
86 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Apr 6, 2020
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