Part of my left ear has been numb all day. The numbness itself seems to begin at the lobe where one would usually get a piercing and follows the back edge of the ear right up the the top. I considered the possibility of having slept awkwardly on it but wouldn t feeling return quite quickly in such instances when pressure is removed? I ve never had this problem before - what might cause it?
The numbness in this region is not related to any serious medical disorder. It could be a pinched nerve. There is no need to panic or do any tests. This situation will recover on its own, but it may need a couple of days to do this.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka
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What Is The Numbness In My Ear Lobe?
Hello, The numbness in this region is not related to any serious medical disorder. It could be a pinched nerve. There is no need to panic or do any tests. This situation will recover on its own, but it may need a couple of days to do this. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka