II. Pathophysiology
- Not infectious
- Rare Collagen vascular disease
- Affects at least 2 cartilaginous sites
III. Findings: Symptoms and signs
- Auricle
- Pain and swelling
- Inflammation and local destruction
- Ear lobe is spared
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss may be associated
- Vertigo in 20% of cases
IV. Diagnosis
- Biopsy
V. Management
- Systemic Corticosteroids
- Refer to Otolaryngology (ENT)