Medically reviewed by Sukaina Hasnie, MD Key Takeaways A lump behind the ear is often caused by swollen lymph nodes or acne.Most lumps behind the ear are harmless and treatable by healthcare providers ...

Plus, how to prevent them from forming in the first place.

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 ...

"Hearst Magazines and AOL may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Pimples are a nuisance anywhere they appear, but some places are more uncomfortable or more difficult to ...