The relationship between Frank's sign on the earlobe and heart health
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Hakan Dinçkal stated that Frank's sign on the earlobe does not have a direct cause-and-effect relationship, but it can be a risk factor.
Cardiology specialist Prof. Dr. Mustafa Hakan Dinçkal evaluated the link between wrinkles on the earlobe, known in medical literature as Frank's sign, and heart diseases, explaining that it is not a definitive cause-and-effect relationship, but it may point to a risk factor for experts.
What is Frank's Sign
The condition ranging from slight wrinkles to deep creases forming on the earlobe is called Frank's sign. Experts are examining the possible connections of this condition with heart diseases.
Cause and Effect Relationship
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Hakan Dinçkal stated that there may be a common root cause between the vessels in the earlobe and the inflammation in the coronary vessels. There is no direct cause-and-effect relationship.
Signs of High Cholesterol
Physical signs indicating high cholesterol in the body include xanthelasma, which are white or yellowish spots forming around the eyes, and fatty nodules on the arms.
Basic Rules of Heart Health
To reduce the risk of heart disease, cholesterol, smoking, blood sugar, and blood pressure control, as well as a Mediterranean-style diet and regular physical activity, are of great importance.
Lifestyle and Prevention
At least 5,000 to 7,000 steps should be taken daily, the body mass index should be kept below 25, and heart health should be supported by getting 7 to 9 hours of quality sleep daily.