Unusual Tumor on the Earlobe

Abstract

A man in his 30s presented with a 3-month history of gradual growth of a pruriginous, reddish nodule on the left ear. He had no relevant medical history. On medical examination, a reddish, smooth, superficial nodule with small dimples and a soft consistency that measured approximately 1.5 cm in diameter was seen on the left earlobe (Figure , A). It was not painful to the touch. The patient reported no history of lesions or foreign bodies at this location. A biopsy specimen was obtained for histopathologic analysis (Figure, B and C).