Does Cauliflower Ear Hurt?

A cauliflower ear certainly hurts at first. It is the result of a blow to the ear hard enough to form a swollen blood clot under the skin. Later, the resulting lumpy mass on the ear may or may not be sore to the touch.

How does cauliflower ear feel?

The most common initial symptoms of a cauliflower ear are: pain. swelling. bruising.

Does cauliflower ear pain go away?

Cauliflower ear is permanent, but in some cases, you may be able to reverse the appearance using corrective surgery, known as otoplasty.

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