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Would An Ear Injury Cause Cauliflower Ears?

Hello, I had a fall six days ago - in the process my ear was struck on wooden railing in home hallway. The brunt of fall was on my shoulder and wrist - but hit my ear in process sideways. Still a little sore on ear, Have not noticed any overt bruising, discoloration or swelling that is noticeable in ear, Question, can I get cauliflower ear from this? How long will it take for a deformity to show? Or, does it gradually occur over months? No previous history of trauma to ear. No discharge or fluids from ear. Shoulder badly bruised and wrist as well, but not fractured. Wondering how long soreness could take to go away on ear? Thank you.
Fri, 19 Jul 2019
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Hello,

Ear deformation (cauliflower) happens with ear trauma when hematoma (bleeding) happens or if it is followed by infection.
In your case because you have no swelling, no bruising and no discoloration it is unlikely you will get any complications, it seems the trauma was minor on the ear.

If any swelling, bruising or other discoloration develops you will need to see your doctor as soon as possible to prevent any complications.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj, General & Family Physician
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Would An Ear Injury Cause Cauliflower Ears?

Hello, Ear deformation (cauliflower) happens with ear trauma when hematoma (bleeding) happens or if it is followed by infection. In your case because you have no swelling, no bruising and no discoloration it is unlikely you will get any complications, it seems the trauma was minor on the ear. If any swelling, bruising or other discoloration develops you will need to see your doctor as soon as possible to prevent any complications. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Antoneta Zotaj, General & Family Physician