Medically reviewed by Sukaina Hasnie, MD Key Takeaways A lump behind the ear can be caused by swollen lymph nodes, which are common and usually harmless.Most lumps behind the ear are benign and can be ...

Pimples are a common occurrence for many of us—and in most cases, we're used to dealing with them on our face, neck, chest, or back. However, pimples can appear in other places, like behind the ears.

Boils that form in or around the ear can be painful and irritating, and knowing how to handle them is key to preventing ...

Acne can pop up in all sorts of uncomfortable places—take chin acne or pimples on your butt as prime examples. But what about a pimple in your ear? While likely invisible to others, these can be ...

Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic and painful skin condition, which causes painful bumps and sores that can be debilitating for the 3.5 million people with the diagnosis in the U.S. The condition ...

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – According to data published in the journal Jama Otolaryngoly-Head and Neck Surgery, an estimated 11 million Americans are impacted by a Eustachian tube dysfunction, a painful ...