Ear knot, elasticH61.8

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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HistoryThis section has been translated automatically.

Carter, 1969

DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Relatively frequent, asymptomatic yellowish node of the anthelix with actinic elastosis after chronic sun exposure

ManifestationThis section has been translated automatically.

White-skinned people in middle to old age.

Clinical featuresThis section has been translated automatically.

Bilateral, 4-6 mm large, yellowish nodules on the anthelix.

Differential diagnosisThis section has been translated automatically.

Basal cell carcinoma; chondrodermatitis nodularis chronica helicis; gouty arthritis

TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.

Light protection measures, excision if necessary.

LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.

  1. Carter VH et al (1969) Elastotic Nodules of the Antihelix. Arch Derm 100: 282-285

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer