When someone pulls your ear too hard, what can it cause?


I had my ear accidently pulled really hard and I heard a little click. The next day it was fine only on the outside it was kind of hurting but the day after that whenever I would touch it, it was extra sensitive I could hear everything and it felt as if something was throbbing. Now today the pain is getting worst but from inside my ear. What could it be? Is it serious? Thank you.

More than likely your ear tissue was over-extended, and should return to normal. This happens to wrestlers like myself all of the time. That is why we must now wear head gear. You can take some ibuprofen for the pain, but quite honestly, there is no treatment other than palliative.Hope this helps.

Dr. Matt

  1. #1 by Aidan Connor on February 1, 2010 - 2:50 pm

    It could be tissue or cartiladge tearing or bruising. Take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, (advil, ibuprofen, tylenol, aspirin), and it should feel better within a couple days. If it doesn’t, consult medical help.
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  2. #2 by Krystalfeb11 on February 1, 2010 - 3:21 pm

    oh no i think your ear is going to fall off!!

    lol jk

    no but if you heard a click and its hurting a couple days after..you should go get it checked before it gets worse!! i hate it when my ears hurt for any little thing
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  3. #3 by icustat on February 1, 2010 - 3:51 pm

    More than likely your ear tissue was over-extended, and should return to normal. This happens to wrestlers like myself all of the time. That is why we must now wear head gear. You can take some ibuprofen for the pain, but quite honestly, there is no treatment other than palliative.Hope this helps.

    Dr. Matt
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  4. #4 by TRACEY B on February 1, 2010 - 4:26 pm

    i think its probably just bruised
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