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Cauliflower ears are a fairly common condition among contact sports practitioners, in MMA, boxing, wrestling and jiu-jitsu, among others.
What are they exactly?
It is the accumulation of blood between cartilage and skin, and occurs by constant repetition of blows, grips and frictions during training and competitions, thus damaging the blood vessels in the ear. If not treated in time, this hematoma can clot and heal, deforming the cartilage and giving it a cauliflower-like appearance.
What are the symptoms?
- Pain and tenderness in the ear.
- Swelling and redness.
- Appearance of a bruise.
- Deformation of the ear over time if not treated.
How to prevent?
The best option is to wear protective gear, such as earguards; this will help minimize the risk of ear injury. If you have symptoms, you should quickly treat any ear trauma to drain the hematoma and reduce inflammation, preventing the formation of cauliflower ears.
What to do when you have cauliflower ears?
- If you already have the ears of cauliflower, the first thing to do is to drain the hematoma, remove the accumulated blood with a syringe, to prevent the blood from clotting and cause deformities.
- The second step is after drainage, a compressive bandage is applied to prevent the hematoma from forming again.
In more severe or chronic cases, surgery may be needed to correct the deformity and repair damaged cartilage.
If not treated properly, cauliflower ears can lead to permanent deformities. It is important that athletes in these contact sports pay attention to their ear injuries and seek medical treatment immediately.
If you practice MMA or other similar sport, protect your ears, one of the options are the earguards Tenace.
At Tenace, we understand the importance of staying safe on the mat without sacrificing your performance. That’s why we offer earguards designed specifically for grappling and BJJ. Made of durable and comfortable materials, our earguards give you the support you need for every training and competition.
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