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Yes, perichondritis can be confused with other conditions such as chondritis, which involves inflammation of the cartilage itself, and auricular hematoma, where blood collects between the cartilage and skin of the ear. Additionally, skin infections like abscesses or even certain types of dermatitis may present with similar symptoms, leading to potential misdiagnosis. Proper clinical evaluation, including history and physical examination, is essential to differentiate between these conditions.

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