Abstract
We describe a case of relapsing polychondritis with laryngo-tracheal involvement, occurring after ear piercing in a 39-year-old woman. Polychondritis was clearly time-related to ear piercing. This association draws attention to the risk of relapsing polychondritis during body art practices with cartilage trauma.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Cosmetic Techniques / adverse effects*
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Drug Therapy, Combination
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Ear Cartilage / pathology*
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Ear Deformities, Acquired / etiology
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Ear Deformities, Acquired / pathology*
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Female
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Humans
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Methotrexate / therapeutic use
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Polychondritis, Relapsing / drug therapy
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Polychondritis, Relapsing / etiology
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Polychondritis, Relapsing / pathology*
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Prednisone / therapeutic use
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Punctures / adverse effects*
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Treatment Outcome