The scar behind your left ear appears thick which could resemble keloid scar formation - this may be treated with a steroid injection. With sudden onset of discomfort and redness, your condition could also be due to infection which might necessitate antibiotics.A local facial plastic surgeon may...
Christopher Kelly, MD (license relinquished) says:
Yes. A surgeon can uncover the cartilage and to change the shape. It may require placing a scar at the upper rim of your ear, but they tend to heal well.
The most common procedure used to treat this problem is called an otoplasty. It is a very safe procedure that involves a small incision on the backside of the ear with the placement of sutures to realign the ears into a more favorable position. I am not aware of any non-surgical or...
