Severe relapsing polychondritis occurring after ear piercing.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
We describe a case of relapsing polychondritis with laryngo-tracheal involvement, occurring after ear piercing in a 39-year-old woman. Polychondritis was clearly time-related to ear piercing. This association draws attention to the risk of relapsing polychondritis during body art practices with cartilage trauma.
Medical subject headings
- Cosmetic Techniques
- Ear Cartilage
- Ear Deformities, Acquired
- Polychondritis, Relapsing
- Punctures