The direct use of mobile phone and the occurrence of chondrodermatitis nodularis in the antihelix: An exemplificative case

The Incited Helix- Chondrodermatitis Nodularis Chronica Helicis

“…the nodule can exceptionally be discerned upon external auditory canal or posterior segment of pinna [5,6]. Typically, individuals demonstrating chondrodermatitis nodularis chronica helicis manifest a spontaneously occurring unilateral, tender, painful nodule situated upon the helix or antihelix of the pinna of below <1 centimetre magnitude.…”

“…Nocturnal pain is a frequently discerned symptom. Pain during the day or upon touching the nodule may occasionally ensue [5,6].…”

“…Tumefaction expands briskly followed by stabilization with achievement of maximal magnitude. Nevertheless, bilateral lesions may appear [5,6]. Upon physical examination, a singular, elliptical or spherical nodule of magnitude 4 millimetres to 6 millimetres with an ulcerated, crusted centric region, a raised, rolled perimeter and a circumscribing erythematous zone is observed [5,6].…”

“…Nevertheless, bilateral lesions may appear [5,6]. Upon physical examination, a singular, elliptical or spherical nodule of magnitude 4 millimetres to 6 millimetres with an ulcerated, crusted centric region, a raised, rolled perimeter and a circumscribing erythematous zone is observed [5,6]. The nodule is firm, tender and adherent to subjacent auricular cartilage.…”

“…The nodule is firm, tender and adherent to subjacent auricular cartilage. The centric crust obscures a miniature channel wherein haemorrhage and exudate may appear upon eradication of the crust [5,6].…”