Chondrodermatitis nodularis helicis Flashcards
1
Q
what is it?
A
a common and benign condition characterised by the development of a painful nodule on the ear.
2
Q
cause
A
persistent pressure on the ear (e.g. secondary to sleep, headsets), trauma or cold
3
Q
who is it more common in?
A
males
increasing age
4
Q
management
A
reducing pressure on the ear: foam ‘ear protectors’ may be used during sleep
other treatment options include cryotherapy, steroid injection, collagen injection
surgical treatment may be used but there is a high recurrence rate
