Preauricular tag or pit

Alternative names:

ear tag

Call your health care provider if:

(This finding is usually discovered by the health care provider during the first well-baby examination.)

What to expect at your health care provider's office:

The medical history will be obtained and a physical examination performed.

Medical history questions documenting this condition in detail may include:

• What exactly is the problem (skin tag, pit, or other)?
• Are both ears affected or only one?
• What other symptoms are also present?

Physical examination:
The baby will be examined for other signs of disorders that are sometimes associated with preauricular tags or pits.

After seeing your health care provider:
If a diagnosis was made by your health care provider associated with preauricular tags or pits, you may want to note that diagnosis in your personal medical record.