I just found this thread today so I'll try it tonight. I do have a Mackenzie neck roll! It's weird having an issue like this, but I can just tell it wasn't due to infection. It's the outside/cartilage area of ear and it's not red, itchy or swollen. I'm fine after I sit up for a few minutes. Like I said, it's like having a part of you fall asleep, then it stings till the blood gets back in the pinched area. Thanks again, I'll let you know how it works!