India, April 29 -- Microtia affects one out of every 3,000 newborns. It happens when the ear or ears do not fully develop during the first trimester of pregnancy; as a result, the kid is born without any ear or with ears that are small or underdeveloped. Although microtia is identified at birth, the condition's cause is not fully understood. It can cause facial difficulties, and hearing impairments in newborns.

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Congenital ear deformities indeed present a unique set of challenges, both anatomically and socially. The incidence rate of 1 in 3000 live births, excluding prominent ear deformity, highlights the importance of understanding and addressing these conditions. While in India, there may be less stigma...