A mother in the U.K. is calling for a ban on tanning beds after she claims her affinity for fake color as a young teen led to the eventual amputation of her left ear. Anthea Smith, who said she ...

Ear psoriasis is a chronic – meaning ongoing – skin condition that happens when your immune system reacts too strongly to protect against germs and other invaders. This causes dead skin cells to build ...

The ears are just one part of the body where you can get eczema. Children tend to get eczema more often than adults, usually before they reach age 1. While eczema tends to be long-lasting, it can get ...

A cholesteatoma is an abnormal skin growth that can develop in the middle ear. It usually begins as a collection of dead skin cells and develops into a cyst-like pocket behind the eardrum. It can ...

Medically reviewed by Sukaina Hasnie, MD Key Takeaways A lump behind the ear can be caused by swollen lymph nodes, which are common and usually harmless.Most lumps behind the ear are benign and can be ...

• Season three of TLC's hit show Dr. Pimple Popper premiered on Thursday. • In the first episode, Dr. Sandra Lee, MD treats a patient named Jennifer with massive keloids on her ears that cause pain, ...

Dermatologists caution that prolonged use of in-ear earbuds can trigger skin problems ranging from acne and allergic reactions to fungal or bacterial infections. Simple steps like regular cleaning and ...

Many over-the-counter ear drops to remove excess ear wax contain hydrogen peroxide. However, too much hydrogen peroxide can cause irritation or other issues. While hydrogen peroxide can help remove ...