These red, grape-like clusters develop in the middle ear or ear canal and often bleed if disrupted. Though often benign, aural polyps can be cancerous. The doctor will try to determine whether an infection or other issue caused them, in which case antibiotics or other medication may get rid of them. If this does not appear to be the case, a biopsy will test for cancerous cells. If aural polyps do not heal on their own, the individual may require surgery.

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