“What is causing a red, hot ear?”
Almost every day around the same time, my ear or ears get red and hot. I cannot find any common pattern as to what caused it.
Female | 29 years old
Complaint duration: 3+ years
Medications: Adderall
4 Answers
It could be an autoimmune disease affecting the ear cartilage. Gout can also affect the external ear.
Dr. Joni K. Doherty
Ear-Nose and Throat Doctor (ENT) | Otology & Neurotology
Los Angeles, California
You may have primary red ear syndrome, which is the most common form. It’s more likely to affect young adults. Most people (80%) with this condition have migraines or a history of migraines. The symptoms are red ears that burn and may itch. You may notice the symptoms in one or both ears, or they might switch from one side of your face to the other. A typical attack may last 60 minutes. Attacks rarely last longer than 4 hours. They usually happen during the daytime. This condition has no complications and isn’t deadly. Often, they seem to come out of nowhere. Sometimes they result from certain triggers. Common triggers:
-Touching or rubbing your ear
-Heat
-Neck movements
-Exercise
-Touching or rubbing your ear
-Heat
-Neck movements
-Exercise
Hello,
Not certain if an airborne allergy possibly.
Dr. D
Not certain if an airborne allergy possibly.
Dr. D
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