cauliflower ear
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Puzzle #239 · January 26, 2026
Cauliflower ear is a permanent deformity of the outer ear, causing it to become lumpy and misshapen like a head of cauliflower due to untreated trauma (blows or friction) that creates blood clots, cutting off the cartilage's blood supply and leading to scar tissue formation.
It is not uncommon to see wresters, rugby players and MMA fighters who suffer from cauliflower ear.
It is not uncommon to see wresters, rugby players and MMA fighters who suffer from cauliflower ear.
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- Puzzle #239 on January 26, 2026
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