Something inside my left ear hurs. There is not a puncture, nor is there any pain in the bone behind my ear. The first time I noticed it was about 10 months ago. Then it went away and didn t come back until a few weeks ago. I think it may have to do with falling asleep with shitty ear bud like things on, but not sure if I m reaching for causality, or it there is an actual correlation. I cannot afford to see a doctor. Thanks for any advice. I ve filled with apple cider vinegar / water / onion / garlic reduction (at warm temp), hold in for 2 mins, drain. It does provide relief. Anything warm (i.e. microwaved washcloth) provides temporary relief. Anything I can do to diagnose the actual problem at home?