Auricular lump is a common symptom, which is usually caused by abnormal skin or soft tissue. Ear lumps are usually accompanied by the following symptoms:

① Red swelling: There will be obvious red swelling on the surface of the lump on the auricle.

② Pain: It is easy to feel pain when touching or pressing the hard area on the auricle.

③ Exudation: There may be pus, blood or lymphatic exudation on the surface of the mass on the auricle.

2. Etiology of auricle lump

Hard lumps on the auricle may be caused by the following reasons:

① Adenomyosis: It is caused by inflammation of glands and other parts on the earlobe.

② Lipoma: The fat in the body is deposited on the auricle, which makes it easier to form a small lump.

(3) Ear cyst: cyst lesion caused by residual cartilage in the ear.

④ Others: including contact dermatitis, acne, papilloma and excess adipose tissue.

3. Treatment of auricle lump

Treatment of supraauricular masses is usually based on the following reasons:

① Adenomyositis: Generally, oral antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs and local hot compress are used for treatment.

② Lipoma: surgical resection is needed in most cases.

③ Ear cyst: It usually needs to be treated under strict medical conditions.

④ Others: According to different causes, antibiotics, painkillers or topical ointment can be used.

Which department should I go to?

When you encounter a lump on the auricle, it is recommended to go directly to the otolaryngology department, and the doctor will make a suitable treatment plan for you according to the cause and symptoms.