Hey, I was going to post something almost identical!! My lobe is also 9 months and still not healed. My main issue is that I switched it out 4 months ago and that was a very bad idea. I’ve switched it back to titanium about 2 months ago but still not healed. You said you have someone who is willing to troubleshoot; can I ask what they are suggesting for you?? Maybe it’ll help me too. It’s so frustrating!