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Does Anyone Know If You Can Get HS Behind Your Ears?!

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I feel silly asking this, but every now and again, I will get a painful and large cystic bump behind an ear... seems similar to a typical, minor HS boil. Does anyone know if this is considered HS or something else?

February 11, 2021
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I did years ago, way before I had any type of hs flares. Haven't had any since I got diagnosed. They were never painful. My mom used to tell me, boy that's your body's way of releasing toxins πŸ˜ƒ

February 11, 2021
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Yes, I even get them in my nose and eyelids πŸ˜”

July 25
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Yes

July 25
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Yes, hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) can affect any patch of skin with hair follicles, including behind the ear. Although it's not a commonly affected area, some myHSteam members have reported symptoms on the face, neck, ear, and scalp. If you notice a nodule or abscess behind your ear, it may or may not be related to HS, as Show Full Answer

Yes, hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) can affect any patch of skin with hair follicles, including behind the ear. Although it's not a commonly affected area, some myHSteam members have reported symptoms on the face, neck, ear, and scalp. If you notice a nodule or abscess behind your ear, it may or may not be related to HS, as other skin conditions can cause similar symptoms. It's best to discuss any new or worsening symptoms with your health care provider to determine the cause and appropriate treatment.

July 25
A myHSteam Member

I have had stuff behind my ear I wondered about. I always think mine smell like what I think toe jam would smell like

September 17, 2021

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