Call your health care provider if:

This finding is usually discovered on a well-child examination. If you notice that your child has earlobe creases and are concerned that they may be linked with an inherited disorder, see your pediatrician.

What to expect at your health care provider's office:

The health care provider will obtain your child's medical history. Medical history questions may include:

• When did you first notice the earlobe creases?
• What other symptoms or abnormalities have you also noticed?

A physical examination will be performed to determine if there are abnormalities present that may indicate the presence of a rare disorder.

If other symptoms or abnormalities are noted, diagnostic tests may be ordered. The specific test will depend on the disorder that is suspected