cartilage piercing problem

Sara
Hey ladies! I've had a cartilage piercing in my ear for the past 6 years or so...lately it seems like my ear is growing over my piercing and it is becoming uncomfortable. I can't get it out on my own. I've never had this happen and I'm not sure who to talk to....do I see a piercer or my doctor? I clean the area regularly and now I can't even turn the piercing or get it out of my ear. Any advice?