Pressing pain above the ear may be caused by post-traumatic hematoma, localized infection and other reasons.
1. Post-traumatic hematoma: When the upper part of the ear is traumatized, it will cause local damage to the soft tissues, and in serious cases, a hematoma can be formed, resulting in pain on pressing above the ear. The size of hematoma is different, the measures taken are also different, usually need cold or hot compress to improve.
2. Local infection: when the hair follicles above the ear are blocked, local infection can occur, resulting in local redness, swelling and hot pain, there will be obvious pressure pain, and sometimes even the formation of abscesses.
Pressure pain above the ear, may also be seen in muscle tension pain and other causes, so it is recommended to consult a doctor in time to identify the cause of the disease, and then follow the doctor’s advice.