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Preauricular tag or pit |
| Overview Treatment |
| Alternative Names: |
| Ear tag |
| Call your health care provider if: |
| This finding is usually discovered by the health care provider during the first well-baby examination. However, if there is bleeding, swelling, or discharge at the site, you should call your health care provider. |
| What to expect at your health care provider's office: |
| The medical history will be obtained and a physical examination performed. Medical history questions documenting this condition in detail may include:
The baby will be examined for other signs of disorders that are sometimes associated with preauricular tags or pits. A hearing test may be performed if the usual newborn screening test was not performed. After seeing your health care provider: If a diagnosis was made by your health care provider associated with preauricular tags or pits, you may want to note that diagnosis in your personal medical record. |
Medical findings based on ear anatomy |
Newborn ear anatomy |
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