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Perichondritis

Perichondritis: Introduction

Perichondritis: Inflammation of the tissue surrounding the ear cartilage. The inflammation can result from such things as trauma, burns, piercings and chronic ear infections. Prompt treatment is needed to prevent deformity of the ears. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Perichondritis is available below.

Symptoms of Perichondritis

• Red ear
• Painful ear
• Fever
• Fluid seeping from wound
• Ear swelling
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Treatments for Perichondritis

• Antibiotics, surgical drainage of pus and removal or dead tissue
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Home medical testing related to Perichondritis:

• Ear Infections: Home Testing:
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Wrongly Diagnosed with Perichondritis?

• Misdiagnosis of Perichondritis
• Failure to diagnose Perichondritis
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Perichondritis: Complications

Review possible medical complications related to Perichondritis:

• Deformed ears
• Cartilage infection
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Causes of Perichondritis

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Perichondritis: Research Doctors & Specialists

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• Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists:
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  • Pediatric Otolaryngology (Child Ear, Nose & Throat Specialist)
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  • Plastic Surgery within the Head & Neck
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Perichondritis: Broader Related Topics

• Conditions involving a pathogen
• Ear and hearing conditions
• Head conditions
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Types of Perichondritis

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