Preauricular Tag or Pit
Alternate Names : Ear Tag
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Medical Findings Based on Ear Anatomy
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The external structures of the ear may aid in diagnosing some conditions by the presence or absence of normal landmarks and abnormal features including: earlobe creases, preauricular pits, and preauricular tags.
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Newborn Ear Anatomy
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Many normal children are born with ears that are less than perfect and that may stick out. However, low-set ears, absent pinna, and abnormal folds can be associated with various conditions.
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