What to do with preauricular fistula in children

The preauricular fistula in children is a common congenital malformation, usually located in front of the foot of the ear wheel. The preauricular fistula may cause infection, abscess and other problems, which will bring discomfort and pain to children. This article will introduce the symptoms, causes, treatment and preventive measures of children's preauricular fistula, so as to help parents better understand and deal with this problem.

1、 Symptoms

The symptoms of preauricular fistula in children vary from person to person. Some people may not have any symptoms, while others may have the following conditions:

1. There is redness, swelling and pain around the fistula mouth, and sometimes there is secretion overflow.

2. When infected, there may be fever, headache and other systemic symptoms.

3. Abscess may form around the fistula, which needs timely treatment.

2、 Cause

The preauricular fistula in children is caused by the hypoplasia of auricle tissue during the embryonic period. The specific reason is not clear, but it may be related to genetic factors.

3、 Treatment

1. Asymptomatic patients generally do not need treatment, but attention should be paid to keeping the fistula mouth clean to avoid infection.

2. People with infection symptoms need timely treatment. Common treatment methods include:

(1) Local hot compress: it can relieve pain and redness.

(2) Antibiotic treatment: According to the infection, the doctor may prescribe antibiotics.

(3) Incision and drainage: If abscess is formed, incision and drainage are needed to drain pus.

(4) Surgical treatment: For patients with recurrent infection or other complications, surgery may be required to remove the fistula.

4、 Preventive measures

1. Keep the ear clean and avoid squeezing the fistula orifice with hands.

2. Avoid ear injuries, such as frostbite and scald.

3. Strengthen children's immunity and prevent infection.

4. Take the children for physical examination on a regular basis, find problems in time and deal with them.

5、 Precautions

1. Parents should pay close attention to the children's ears and seek medical advice in case of any abnormality.

2. In the process of treatment, care and medication should be carried out in strict accordance with the doctor's requirements.

3. Pay attention to rest and avoid strenuous exercise after operation.

4. Recheck regularly to ensure good recovery.

6、 Summary

Children's preauricular fistula is a common congenital malformation. Although it does not need treatment in most cases, parents still need to pay close attention to children's ear conditions and do a good job in prevention. In case of infection and other symptoms, seek medical advice in time and treat according to the doctor's advice. At the same time, parents should pay attention to their children's diet and rest, enhance their children's immunity and promote their recovery.

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