The disappearing act: Mom, have you seen my earring?
- Author:
Irfan MOHAMAD
;
Mohd Najeb SOLEH
;
Arul A/L ARUMUGAM
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- From:Brunei International Medical Journal
2011;7(3):167-167
- CountryBrunei Darussalam
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
A 13-year-old girl complained of a painful right ear lobe of three days duration. She tried to remove
the ear ring and had to abandon the attempt when it started to bleed. Examination showed
the right ear lobe was swollen and tender on palpation (Panel). The swelling was firm, with an
area of hardness palpable in the centre. There was no pus or discharge from the swelling. On the
posterior aspect of right ear lobule, there was a pointed golden needle pin noted (Panel).
What is the diagnosis?
Answer: refer to page 189
