An unusual case of external ear inflammation caused by sarcoidosis

Ear Nose Throat J. 2003 Dec;82(12):942-5.

Abstract

Inflammation of the pinna can occur in conjunction with polychondritis and otitis externa. We describe a case of pinneal inflammation that proved to be sarcoidosis, and we discuss the otolaryngologic manifestations of sarcoidosis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Otitis Externa / etiology*
  • Sarcoidosis / complications*