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Ceruminous adenoma: an unusual mass in external auditory canal: a case report

Most masses in the external auditory canal (EAC) are either polyps or granulations secondary to an underlying inflammatory process. Less common swellings are exostosis and osteomas, a tumour being quite rare. A middle-aged female presented with a mass in the ear which mimicked a meningoencephalocele. However, further study revealed it to be a benign neoplasm of the ceruminous gland of the EAC-a ceruminous adenoma. The tumour was successfully excised with no recurrence on follow-up. A clinician must keep in mind the differential diagnosis of a mass in the EAC. A thorough examination and radiological investigations help aid in the diagnosis.