Coughing by pressing the cataract point behind the ear may be caused by irritation of the throat and vagus nerve when pressing the cataract point, and prompt medical attention should be sought to identify the cause. The cataract point is located behind the earlobe, in the depression between the mastoid process and the angle of the lower jaw. It is mainly used to treat deafness, otitis media, mumps, facial paralysis and jaw arthritis. Pointing and pressing the Cataract Point involves the sternocleidomastoid muscle, which can stimulate the pharynx, or stimulate the vagus nerve, local stimulation and nerve reflexes, which can cause coughing symptoms in patients. Pointing and pressing the cataract point behind the ear If many times of prolonged coughing occurs, you should go to the regular hospital in time for targeted diagnosis and treatment, to avoid serious consequences caused by untimely treatment or improper treatment.