Cauliflower ear, also known as wrestler’s ear or hematoma auris, is a condition that causes the ear to become deformed and swollen. It is caused by repeated trauma to the ear, which can occur during contact sports such as wrestling, boxing, and rugby. The trauma causes blood to collect between the cartilage and the skin of the ear, which can lead to infection and scarring. Cauliflower ear can be a painful and disfiguring condition, and it can also lead to hearing loss.
There is no cure for cauliflower ear, but it can be prevented by wearing headgear during contact sports. If cauliflower ear does develop, it can be treated with antibiotics to prevent infection and surgery to remove the damaged cartilage.
