Hi, Consult an ENT Surgeon to have a look into the ear through endoscope. As per the history you have provided following are the possibilities and management: - Impacted wax pushed in by ear-bud can cause pain and blockage - Chondritis of cartilage of tragus - Development of a boil that is infected sebaceous cyst - Self cleaning can also cause similar symptoms Get started on an anti-inflammatory medicine with painkiller properties like Ibuprofen if it suits you. Warm compresses help. Antibiotic is prescription based hence, you have a get a valid prescription. Removal of wax is to be done if seen. Stop using earbuds for sure otherwise this can happen again and again. Any further additional treatment as would be suggested by your Doctor or ENT Surgeon. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. T. Chandrakant, General Surgeon