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Suggest Treatment For Hole In A Ear
I have a hole in my ear and it s not from a piercing. It s a small one and I ve had it since birth (I m now 18). The doctor that delivered me wanted to probe it, but my mom decided against it. It s located on my upper left ear, right before the cartilage begins. Can someone tell me what it is and where it might lead? Also, what does it mean?
Wed, 12 Feb 2020
Hello,
Your symptoms seem to be related to a preauricular hole. It is a small hole in front of the upper ear and is a common birth abnormality. Most people with this type of hole in the ear do not experience additional symptoms. So, in my opinion there is nothing to be worried and there is no need for treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
Your symptoms seem to be related to a preauricular hole. It is a small hole in front of the upper ear and is a common birth abnormality. Most people with this type of hole in the ear do not experience additional symptoms. So, in my opinion there is nothing to be worried and there is no need for treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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