Saleeby E R, Rubin M G, Youshock E, Kleinsmith D M
J Dermatol Surg Oncol. 1984 Nov;10(11):902-4. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.1984.tb01344.x.
We present a case report of a young woman who developed earlobe nodules subsequent to the piercing of her ears. Clinically the nodules appeared to be keloids. Surgical intervention demonstrated the nodules to consist of the embedded backings of her pierced earrings.