A member asked:

Im an mma practitioner and my cauliflower ear damages my self esteem. advice?

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Dr. Peter Tomasello answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

See below: Seek evaluation by a plastic surgeon who has treated these deformities in the past. Concentrate on your other personal characteristics to build up your self asteem . Everybody is different no one is perfect. Good luck thank you.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. James Okamoto answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

It's a badge: My advice would b to change the way you see yourself. Are u proud of your sport or ashamed? If u are proud then show yout ears as badge of honor- it represents the years u have dedicated to your sport. If u r embarrassed then grow your hair long to cover the ears or cover your ears with a cap. There's really no other options. And, use ear protection to prevent further damage when grappling.

Answered 12/10/2013

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