This Is Why Some People Have Those Little Holes Above Their Ears
Have you ever noticed this tiny little hole above someone's ear? Or maybe you have one yourself? If you have one, this is the reason why
1 Have You Seen Anyone With A Hole Near Their Ear?
Maybe you are just lucky enough to have one yourself? Start checking your ear or your family members ears. You might find them
2 The Location May Often Vary
These small indentations, or just holes, appear around the ear somewhere, usually near the top of the lobes ear, but they can be just about anywhere near the ear.
3 Not Everybody Has These Holes
In the United States, it is believed that only 1% of the population has this hole around the ear. In Asia, they are more common, where almost 4-8 percent of people have them. In Africa, just 10% of the population has this hole.
4 But Just What Are They?
Before you ask someone with that little hole if it is a piercing of some sort, the answer is hell no. They are a type of congenital malformation that is called preauricular sinuses characterized by a nodule, dent or even dimple located anywhere adjacent to the external ear. They are not much harmful and do not cause any pain, discomfort, or even irritation.
5 But What Is The Purpose Of These Holes?
Nobody actually knows! Some scientists believe they are the leftover from evolution and could be where gills were located. But most people only have them on one side of their head, very near one ear.
6 They Do Not Generally Harm You In Any Way
However, there have been a very few cases where people have had infections in their holes. But this is quite uncommon, just as the holes themselves are.
7 Keep Your Eyes Out For Such People Who have These Sinus Holes
If you find someone with the preauricular sinuses let them know at once what it is. However, remind them that it is not safe to put jewelry in there. That could be very harmful.
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