In chondrodermatitis nodularis helicis, there is a small, scaly raised area, which is usually very painful. Typical to chondrodermatitis nodularis helicis, there is a very tender, small nodule at the rim of the ear. This image displays small elevations of the skin at rim of the ear.  This image displays a scaly elevation of the skin typical of chondrodermatitis nodularis helicis. This image displays a lesion of chondrodermatitis nodularis helicis. Chondrodermatitis nodularis can involve the cartilage and skin of the ear, as displayed in this image. Chondrodermatitis nodularis helicis affects the ear.  Sometimes there is a small skin ulcer in the center of the papule, as seen here.
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Chondrodermatitis Nodularis Helicis  Information for adults

Picture of Chondrodermatitis Nodularis Helicis: In chondrodermatitis nodularis helicis, there is a small, scaly raised area, which is usually very painful. Divider line
In chondrodermatitis nodularis helicis, there is a small, scaly raised area, which is usually very painful.
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Who's At Risk
Chondrodermatitis nodularis helicis can occur in most age groups and both sexes, but the typical patient is a middle-aged to elderly male with a significant history of sun exposure.
Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008