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Do ears get harder with age? An analysis of age-related cartilage and connective tissue changes

While the myth that ears continue to grow significantly throughout life is common, research has shown that changes in ear size and firmness are primarily due to aging processes, gravity, and connective tissue degradation. These factors cause the ears to appear larger and feel different, but the question of whether or not **do ears get harder with age** has a more nuanced answer.