Hello I would like to ask about cauliflower ears, I had my upper ear pierced over 1 month ago and I was hoping that the swelling would have gone down but still now my right ear is swollen. It isnt that extreme, but I am worried about it. If I take the piercing out, there is a lump right on it. Do you think this will go away?
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October 16, 2013
Answer: Cauliflower Ears, Swelling After Piercing?
You have developed recurrence of the prominence of the ear, which can occur for a number of reasons. You will likely require a return to the operating room to correct the deformity. It is not uncommon to have some abnormal sensations after the otoplasty procedure. Hopefully the...
From the photo your ear appears to be bruised and swollen as expected at this early point in you recovery. I cannot rule out a collection of blood below the skin without examining the ear but from the photo that appears unlikely. The ear skin is delicate and bruises easily. It...