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Definition: of most common sports related injuries to mouth

Immediate Treatment: maintain pressure on tooth to keep in place

Follow Up: always make sure the physicians orders are followed

Prevention: highly recommended to wear properly fitted mouth guards

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Definition: result from a straight on blow to nose

Immediate Treatment: control bleeding, apply ice, maintain an open airway

Follow Up: if injury seems to worsen contact the physician

Prevention: should wear face protection appropriate for sport playing

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Definition: caused by direct blows to the face, common

Immediate Treatment: control bleeding, use direct pressure and cold compress

Follow Up: should wear protective face gear during all sports

Prevention: wear protective face gear during all sporting activities

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Definition: deformed ear result of repeated blows, typically boxing

Immediate Treatment: Doctor can make small incision to remove blood

Follow Up: pressure dressing for a week, antibiotic is prescribed

Prevention: prompt treatment before tissue is compromised, lack blood-flow

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If you are a regular viewer of the UFC or have friends who train in grappling, chances are you have noticed something called cauliflower ear, or traumatic auricular hematoma as the doctors call it. Cauliflower ear is a condition that occurs when the external portion of the ear suffers a blow, blood clot or other collection of fluid under the perichondrium. This separates the cartilage from the overlying perichondrium that supplies its nutrients, causing it to die and resulting in the formation of fibrous tissue in the overlying skin. As a result, the outer ear becomes permanently swollen and deformed, resembling a cauliflower. That sounds rather unpleasant.

Without quick treatment involving the draining of the swollen ear, it will calcify and remain deformed for life, however, most fighters are not so quick to seek treatment for several reasons. The most quoted reason is that it has become something of a badge of honour for the super tough, a sign that the bearer of such ears is a trained fighter or grappler who has put in their time in the training room. Another reason not to seek treatment is because of the high likelihood of the injury reoccurring during another training session. Fighters don't like to wear head gear, so they simply accept the cauliflower ear look and get on with it.

Not all cauliflower ear is created equal of course, so let's take a look at some of the worst occurrences in the brief history of mixed martial arts!

Philip hails from Dublin in Ireland and has been a fan of mixed martial arts for many years. Working as a filmmaker and a writer Philip covers the UFC across all mediums. He is a firm believer that the raw passion and visceral nature of unarmed combat makes mixed martial arts the greatest sport in the world.

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Top 7 Worst Cauliflower Ears in MMA History

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The Worst Cauliflower Ears in MMA If you are a regular viewer of the UFC or have friends who train in grappling, chances are you have noticed something called cauliflower ear, or traumatic auricular hematoma as the doctors call it. Cauliflower ear is a condition that occurs when the external portion of the ear suffers a ...

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Definition: blow to nose can cause septum to shift

Immediate Treatment: follow instructions for epistaxis, send athlete to physician

Follow Up: follow physicians orders, athlete wear protective face gear

Prevention: should wear protective face gear, including nose guards

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Definition: infection of the skin covering outer ear canal

Immediate Treatment: treated effectively with ear drops prescribed by doctor

Follow Up: referred to specialist for further treatment and advice

Prevention: earwax buildup is a problem have it removed

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Definition: lifted from normal position, can cause vision loss

Immediate Treatment: protect eye with patch until arrived at hospital

Follow Up: follow up with doctor on a regular basis

Prevention: if warning signs are experienced seek immediate treatment

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Definition: inflammation of conjunctiva, signs include burning and itching

Immediate Treatment: is contagious, wash hands, if worsens see physician

Follow Up: full prescription must be taken, follow physicians orders

Prevention: avoid contact with inflamed eyes and their secretions

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Definition: result of an infection of the eyelid follicle

Immediate Treatment: flush the eye, apply a moist heat pack

Follow Up: follow physicians orders, remind athlete to take medication

Prevention: protective eyewear should be worn in dusty conditions