Perichondritis of pinnaRefer

ENT · OPD · Locked · first month free

By Dr Javed Akhtar · Last reviewed 2 October 2026

Drugs on this card

Ciprofloxacin (covers Pseudomonas), Ibuprofen

Advice and when to refer

Abscess: Incision and drainage by ENT the same day — untreated it destroys the cartilage (cauliflower ear) (NICE CKS)

Investigations

First visit

No routine tests — Clinical diagnosis.

Only if indicated

Pus culture — Abscess or not settling (Pseudomonas).
Blood glucose — Recurrent or severe infection.

Locked

The adult dose for each drug
Indian brand names for each drug, with a link to buy

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