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Preauricular Tag or Pit
Alternate Names : Ear Tag
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Common Causes
- An inherited tendency to have this facial feature
- A genetic syndrome which has preauricular pits or tags as one feature
- A sinus tract abnormality (an abnormal connection between the skin and underlying tissue)
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- Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD - Pediatric)
- Memory Loss
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• Definition
• Overview & Considerations
• Common Causes
• Call your Health Care Provider if
• What to Expect at your Health Care Provider's Office
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Review Date : 11/10/2003
Reviewed By : John Goldenring, M.D., MPH, Department of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital, San Diego, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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