Swelling of the earlobe may be caused by trauma, sebaceous cysts and other diseases, and if there is ear piercing, it may be caused by inflammation of the ear piercing.
1. Trauma: if the patient has a history of trauma, the ear and other places by external injuries, will lead to localized swelling, and some patients will also have pain and other symptoms of discomfort.
2. Sebaceous cysts: earlobe swelling may also be caused by sebaceous cysts, mainly follicular sebaceous gland mouth blockage, sebum accumulation and the formation of retention cysts. Often higher than the skin surface, if secondary infection, there will be redness, swelling, pain and other symptoms.
3. Inflammation of ear holes: If you have ear holes and don’t pay attention to personal hygiene, it may lead to inflammation of the ear holes, which is characterized by congestion, swelling and pain.
There are more reasons for swollen earlobes, so it is recommended to consult a doctor for a clear diagnosis and active treatment.