Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..
I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..
As per your complain in case if you have dull ache in front of middle of ear, it can be most probably related to the jaw joint also known as Temporomandibular joint as the jaw joint is present in that area and any disorder related to it can cause pain and tenderness in front of the ear..
Other cause of pain and tenderness in front of the ear can be due to infection or inflammation in the
Parotid gland that is a major
salivary gland and is located in that area..
I would suggest you to consult an Oral Physician or an Oral Surgeon and get evaluated and a clinical examination and investigations like
x ray, MRI scan can help in diagnosis and treatment can be done accordingly..
As of now you can take anti inflammatory painkiller like
Ibuprofen to relieve pain..
Do cool compresses over the area..
Take a
soft diet and avoid touching the area again and again as it can get sore and increasingly painful..
Hope this information helps..
Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.