What is the condition of having blood pooled in the outer ear known as?

The condition characterized by blood pooling in the outer ear is called cauliflower ear. This occurs when a blunt trauma or repeated friction to the ear leads to damaged blood vessels, causing blood to accumulate in the auricle, or outer part of the ear. If not treated promptly, the accumulated blood can harden, transforming the ear's structure, giving it a bumpy or swollen appearance that resembles a cauliflower. This condition is particularly common in contact sports such as wrestling and boxing, where the ears are often subjected to impact.

While other options may describe related ear conditions, they do not accurately represent the specific phenomenon of blood pooling in the ear that results in the distinct shape and characteristics of cauliflower ear.