Figure 1: Perichondritis of the right ear that has progressed to chondritis (right). Note the discoloration, inflammation, and grainy appearance of the skin compared to the normal left ear (left).
Complications of Ear Piercing: Perichondritis and Ear Disfigurement
Body piercing has become more popular and less taboo in recent years. With an increase in piercing there has been a concomitant increase in complications .One area particularly at…
