What are large fleshy ears?
Large fleshy ears are those that appear larger, and thicker than the norm. This increased size and thickness has no impact on hearing ability.
Understanding ear-related symptoms and features.
Symptoms may affect multiple parts of the body. Understanding which part of the body a symptom affects can help us to better understand the potential underlying causes of a symptom, including a rare disease or genetic syndrome.
The ear is a part of the auditory system of the body. The auditory system includes the ear itself and its parts: the inner, middle, and outer ear.
Symptoms affecting the ears may be congenital, present at birth, or they may develop later in life. Sometimes surgery may be an option to correct them.
Symptoms relating to the ears may affect their structure and function including their ability to hear, other times they may simply affect the shape or appearance of the ear without any impact on hearing.
Large, fleshy ears are distinguished by their noticeable size relative to typical ear proportions, often accompanied by a thicker cartilage structure, making them feel soft and substantial to the touch.
While typically not affecting hearing, large, fleshy ears may contribute to aesthetic concerns or be associated with specific genetic conditions, such as Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome or connective tissue disorders.
What should I do next?
In some instances, large fleshy ears may be one of the features of a rare disease or genetic syndrome. To find out if someone with Large Fleshy Ear, may be due to a genetic syndrome, it is important to have a consultation and evaluation with a clinical genetic specialist. Specialists may also suggest specific genetic testing or other types of tests to help reach a diagnosis. FDNA’s AI technology can help speed up the diagnostic process by analyzing facial features and other health information.