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Perichondritis

What is it?

An infection of the tissue covering the cartilage of the external part of the ear called the pinna (perichondrium).

  • This condition can show similar symptoms to cellulitis.

Cause

Treatments

  • Ear surgery

Symptoms

  • Redness of outer part of ear?
  • Swelling of outer part of ear?
  • Pain of outer part of ear?
  • Pus and/or discharge from swelling?
  • Ear feeling hot?

Complications /Information to beware of/General tips:

Medical Emergency Condition

And/or do not wait, phone for an ambulance if have or develop:

It’s more common in children and should be diagnosed and treated quickly, the patient need to see a Medical Doctor on the same day, if not possible go to hospital.

General tips

  • Apply a warm/hot compression over the abscess will help to drain it.
  • Over the counter pain medicine like an Paracetamol or ibuprofen (if suitable, ask your pharmacist) may help.
  • Do not ever try to squeeze the lumps in an effort to pop them out.
  • Do not ever try to poke the lumps using a needle to drain it out by yourself.
  • Squeezing or poking can lead to a more serious infection.

This condition can lead to:

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Please talk to your healthcare professional (i.e. Medical Doctor/Pharmacist) for further advice

Detailed Information

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