The tick may have bitten the woman's eardrum, with enzymes in its saliva causing severe pain, hearing loss and tinnitus.

Because this area of the ear doesn't have as much blood flow, it takes longer to heal meaning you'll likely feel a little sore for longer. Something else to note with any cartilage piercing is ...

Ear (aural) hematomas occur when blood vessels in the pinna rupture secondary to trauma or excessive head shaking. Blood fills the space between the skin and the cartilage, causing pain and ...