What is pseudocyst of the auricle?
Pseudocyst of the auricle is a benign condition of the ear characterized by an asymptomatic, noninflammatory swelling on the lateral or anterior surface of the auricle. It typically presents as a 1 to 5 centimeter cystic lesion located within the scaphoid or triangular fossa.
What causes auricular pseudocyst?
Auricular pseudocysts are uncommon, noninflammatory, fluctuant swellings of the ear believed to be caused by accumulation of glycosaminoglycans and subsequent ischemic necrosis of the cartilage, or from repeated minor trauma to the ear.
What is pseudocyst pinna?
A pseudocyst is a noninflammatory, asymptomatic swelling on the lateral or anterior surface of the pinna, usually in the scaphoid or triangular fossa. They range from 1-5 cm in diameter and contain clear or yellowish viscous fluid, with a consistency similar to that of olive oil.
How is pseudocyst pinna treated?
Treatment options include needle aspiration with pressure dressings, medication (either systemic or oral), and surgical care. Consensus on the best management for pseudocyst of the auricle is undetermined, and a combination of treatment modalities may be necessary to achieve optimal resolution.
How do you treat Perichondritis?
Doctors treat perichondritis with antibiotics (such as a fluoroquinolone, for example, ciprofloxacin) and often a corticosteroid by mouth. The choice of antibiotic depends on how severe the infection is and which bacteria are causing it. Doctors remove any foreign objects, such as an earring or a splinter.
How do you get rid of a cyst on your earlobe?
When necessary or desired, treatment usually involves removing the cyst with a simple cut and local anesthetic. Surgical removal may also prevent a cyst from reforming. Otherwise, a doctor can make a small cut in the cyst and drain the contents. This option is quick and simple, but cysts are more likely to return.
What is pancreatic pseudocyst?
Pancreatic pseudocysts are collections of leaked pancreatic fluids. They may form next to the pancreas during pancreatitis. The pancreas is an organ that sits behind your stomach. It makes fluids that flow through a duct into the small intestine. These fluids help you digest food.
How do you treat perichondritis?
What is Pinna perichondritis?
Pinna perichondritis is an infection of the perichondral lining of the ear cartilage. It is primarily caused by pseudomonas aeruginosa and staphylococcus aureus. Patients will present with an erythematous, swollen, hot external ear, with sparing of the lobule. There may also be a collection of pus present.
What antibiotics treat perichondritis?
Doctors treat perichondritis with antibiotics (such as a fluoroquinolone, for example, ciprofloxacin) and often a corticosteroid by mouth. The choice of antibiotic depends on how severe the infection is and which bacteria are causing it.
What kind of lesion is an auricle pseudocyst?
Auricle pseudocysts are rare. They are usually asymptomatic swellings which arise either spontaneously or following trauma. The lesion is a pseudocystic space within the substance of the cartilage (figure 1). The cartilage often shows degenerative changes and may show old haemorrhage and inflammation.
What is benign cystic degeneration of auricular cartilage of unknown cause?
Also called auricular or endochondral pseudocyst Benign cystic degeneration of auricular cartilage of unknown cause Usually men age 20 – 40 years Unilateral swelling of cartilage over weeks to years, most commonly on scaphoid fossa of auricle
Who is at risk for cystic chondrodermatitis nodularis helicis?
Chondrodermatitis nodularis helicis – usually painful, involves the helix and antihelix most commonly Relapsing polychondritis – progressive, other cartilaginous structure affected Who is at Risk for Developing this Disease? Age of onset most commonly in the 3rd decade, with males affected more than females.