What Causes Cauliflower Ear?

In this video we look at Cauliflower Ear, also known as Boxer’s Ear or Auricular Haematoma. It is caused by a pooling of blood underneath the skin following blunt trauma to the external ear (for example a punch during a boxing match). When this clots it forms a gap between the unlaying cartilage and it’s blood supply, the perichondrium. Necrosis of the cartilage ensues, followed by an invasion of chondroblasts into the haematoma area to lay down new cartilage matrix. The result is a bulbus, swollen appearance of the external ear due to the new cartilage underneath. Want to watch more ear procedure videos? Subscribe to our YouTube channel here:    / @durhamhearingspecialists   To arrange an appointment for earwax removal or hearing aids, visit our website: https://www.durhamhearingspecialists.... Follow us on Facebook here:   / durhamhearingspecialists   Follow us on Instagram here:   / durhamhearingspecialists   Drops we use and recommend to soften earwax: Earol Olive Oil Spray UK LINK: https://amzn.to/2JQXw8e Earol Olive Oil Spray US LINK: https://amzn.to/3nmE6FX