Abstract
Foramen of Huschke is an anatomical variation in the antero-inferior aspect of the external auditory canal, in the tympanic portion of the temporal bone, posteromedial to the temporomandibular joint, which acts as a portal for transmission of infections and tumors between temporomandibular joint and ear. Here, we present a case of persistent pus discharge from ear and tenderness with respect to the ipsilateral temporomandibular joint. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s12663-025-02676-0.