What are the possible diagnoses for a 55-year-old female with a preauricular erythematous lesion, aural edema, and a positive ANA test?
Abstract
Consider relapsing polychondritis, discoid lupus erythematosus, or autoimmune inner ear disease for a 55-year-old female with noted symptoms and positive ANA. Further evaluations are required.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Otitis Media and Relapsing Polychondritis
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Research
Vasculitis and related conditions
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 11 February 2026
- Language
- EN