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Can ear deformities be a symptom of cauliflower ear?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

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.

Answered 8/9/2015

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