Frank's Sign: The Earlobe Crease Cardiologists Argue About
Dr.
Alo breaks down Frank's sign, the diagonal earlobe crease first described in 1973, and unpacks decades of studies linking it to coronary artery disease. You'll learn why the association is statistically real yet still fails as a standalone diagnostic test, plus what to actually do if you spot one in the mirror.
Read the full post: https://dralo.net/blog/franks-sign
Questions this episode answers:
What is frank's sign on the earlobe?
Does an earlobe crease mean heart disease?
Is the diagonal earlobe crease a real warning sign?
How accurate is the earlobe crease test for coronary artery disease?
Should I worry about a crease in my earlobe?
What causes a diagonal earlobe crease?
Keywords: frank's sign, earlobe crease, coronary artery disease, heart disease signs, cardiovascular risk factors, diagonal earlobe crease, atherosclerosis, cardiac screening, vascular health, heart attack risk, physical exam findings, preventive cardiology
This episode is for education only and is not medical advice. Talk to your own clinician about your own situation.
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