What are Low-set ears?
They are defined as ears set lower down the head than normal. When the outer rim of the ear meets the cranium (skull) at a point below that of both of the inside corners of the eyes (inner canthi). This symptom may be obvious in some individuals, and in others require more precise measuring.
Low-set ears are positioned lower on the head, with the upper part of the ear sitting below an imaginary horizontal line drawn from the inner corners of the eyes.
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.
The ears may appear rotated backward or have an atypical shape, often associated with genetic conditions or developmental disorders.
What should I do next?
In some instances, low-set ears may be one of the features of a rare disease or genetic syndrome. To find out if someone with Low-set Ears, 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.