Question 1

what are the consequences of having cauliflower ear?

Accepted Answer

Appearances, chiefly: "cauliflower ear" refers to overgrowth of cartilage in an ear which has suffered trauma or pressure, often seen in wrestlers and boxers. A blow to the ear or forced folding of the ear for a period of time (as in a wrestling hold) causes bleeding under the top layer of the cartilage. This blood, if not promptly drained, is converted to cartilage and distorts its appearance. Hearing is unaffected.

Question 2

can you get cauliflower ear with "no trauma"?

Accepted Answer

Mimics: There are some rare conditions that can infiltrate the normal skin of ear, giving a similar appearance to cauliflower ear. These include amyloidosis, lipoid proteinosis, leprosy, and sarcoidosis. The way to diagnose these problems would be a skin biopsy by a dermatologist.

Question 3

can ear deformities be a symptom of cauliflower ear?

Accepted Answer

No: Cauliflower ear is an ear that has become thickened or deformed as a result of repeated blows, typically in boxing. THerefore a cauliflower ear by definition is an acquired ear deformity. But not all ear deformities are cauliflower ears.
See facial plastic surgeon for management.

Question 4

typically how long does cauliflower ear stay in a liquid form?

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Days to weeks: I have had cauliflower ear many times.  If you drain it, it can come back quickly.  If you leave it (and don't continue to irritate it), it will absorb, and harden in a few weeks.  Draining it, keeping  pressure on it, and a little time off, will usually stop it from coming back.

Question 5

how or why does cauliflower ear form in boxers and ufc fighters? i want to understand the physiological explanation please?

Accepted Answer

: Repeated trauma, hemorrhage into the tissue and scarring result in the irregular appearance and excrescences lead to an appearance called cauliflower ear.

Question 6

can cauliflower ear be successfully treated?

Accepted Answer

Very difficult: You'll need an elite plastic surgeon and the outcome is uncertain at best. Like many other fighters, Mr. Couture is proud of his -- I trust you've got a story as well.

Question 7

can cauliflower ear be repaired back to normal?

Accepted Answer

Difficult: It is possible depending on how much damage has occurred. The ear certainly can be made to look better. You need to find a plastic surgeon or ear nose and throat surgeon specialized in cosmetic work.

Question 8

is getting cauliflower ear bad? is it easy to get?

Accepted Answer

Yes it is easy to ge: If untreated it can cause permenant disfigurement.  It is caused by trauma to the ear lobe and is very common in boxing and wrestling.

Question 9

can hardened cauliflower ear be repaired? do jocks like to show it off?

Accepted Answer

Sorry...: Once it happens, you can't fix it, unfortunately.  It may be a badge of honor among some groups of athletes/fighters but, generally that's among insiders.

Question 10

i want cauliflower ear. don't answer the question if your going to tell me that i don't want it. please reply by telling me how i can get it on my own?

Accepted Answer

Seriously?: Not sure why on earth someone would want one. Most cauliflower ears are caused by boxing. Good luck.

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