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Because a cartilage has a "sealing" layer of skin called Perichondrium around of it, an infection trapped inside it will cause inflammation : Results are and a "moderated" swelling, and a red ear which is often hot to the touch.

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In rare cases, the infection can spread and reach the cartilage who swells seriously : This problem is called chondrosis or chondromalacia that defined as a  softening or a loss of smooth cartilage. Swelling of this type will usually be hard to the touch and painful. Treating the infection quickly is essential, as problems can escalate very quickly.

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The entry on [[Ear Collapse]] is an example of the result of Chondritis.


==See Also==
* [[Ear Collapse]]

==Entries related to this risk==
* [[Ear Shaping]]
* [[Ear Pointing]]
* [[Ear Cropping]]
* [[Industrial Piercing]]

[[Category: Risks]]