What to do with deformed ears

Ear deformity is a common congenital disease, which may affect the appearance and hearing of patients. For patients with abnormal ears, timely treatment and intervention are very important. This article will introduce you to the relevant knowledge and treatment methods of You'er Ear Deformity. I hope it can be helpful to you.

1、 Types of abnormal ears

There are many types of ear malformations, including the following:

1. Ear deformity: Ear deformity refers to the abnormal shape, size or position of the ear, such as the flaring ear, cupped ear, hidden ear, etc.

2. External auditory canal malformation: External auditory canal malformation refers to the abnormal shape, size or position of the external auditory canal, such as stenosis and atresia of the external auditory canal.

3. Middle ear malformation: middle ear malformation refers to the structural abnormality of the middle ear, such as auditory ossicle malformation, tympanic membrane malformation, etc.

4. Inner ear malformation: Inner ear malformation refers to the structural abnormality of the inner ear, such as cochlear malformation, vestibular malformation, etc.

2、 Causes of abnormal ears

The cause of the abnormal ear is still unclear, which may be related to genetic, environmental and other factors. The following are some factors that may lead to abnormal ears:

1. Genetic factor: genetic factor is one of the main reasons for the deformity of You'er ear. If there are patients with abnormal ears in the family, the risk of their offspring suffering from abnormal ears will also increase accordingly.

2. Environmental factors: environmental factors may also lead to the occurrence of abnormal ears. For example, the mother's exposure to harmful substances and virus infection during pregnancy may affect the ear development of the fetus, leading to the occurrence of ear deformity.

3、 Treatment of abnormal ears

The treatment methods of Youear malformation mainly include surgical treatment and non-surgical treatment.

1. Surgical treatment: Surgical treatment is one of the main methods to treat auricular deformity. The purpose of the operation is to restore the normal shape and function of the ear by repairing or reconstructing the structure of the ear. The operation method depends on the specific situation of the patient. The common operation methods include auriculoplasty, external auditory canal plasty, middle ear plasty, etc.

2. Non operative treatment: Non operative treatment mainly includes wearing hearing aids, ear orthotics, etc. Wearing hearing aids can help patients improve their hearing, and auricle orthotics can help patients correct auricle deformity.

4、 Treatment opportunity of abnormal ear

The time of treatment for ear deformity varies with the specific situation of the patient. Generally speaking, for patients with auricle malformation and external auditory canal malformation, the best time for surgical treatment is before the age of 6. For patients with middle ear malformation and inner ear malformation, the best time for surgical treatment depends on the specific situation of the patient.

5、 Hospitals and doctors for the treatment of abnormal ears

The treatment of ear deformity needs to choose professional hospitals and doctors. The following are some hospitals and doctors that are better at treating ear deformities:

1. * * Peking Union Medical College Hospital * *: Peking Union Medical College Hospital is a comprehensive hospital, and its otorhinolaryngology department has rich experience in the treatment of abnormal ears.

2. * * The Ninth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine * *: The Ninth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine is a comprehensive hospital, and its plastic surgery has a high reputation in the treatment of ear deformities.

3. * * Plastic Surgery Hospital of the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences * *: The Plastic Surgery Hospital of the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences is a professional plastic surgery hospital with rich experience in the treatment of ear deformities.

6、 Precautions for treatment of abnormal ears

Attention should be paid to the following points in the treatment of ear deformity:

1. Select professional hospitals and doctors: professional hospitals and doctors should be selected for the treatment of ear deformities to ensure the effect and safety of treatment.

2. Preoperative preparation: A comprehensive examination is required before the operation to understand the patient's physical condition and the specific situation of the ear deformity. At the same time, patients need to be prepared and actively cooperate with doctors.

3. Postoperative nursing: Pay attention to rest, keep ears clean and avoid infection. At the same time, patients need to carry out rehabilitation training according to the doctor's requirements to promote the recovery of the ear.

4. Regular reexamination: regular reexamination is required after surgery to understand the recovery of the ear. In case of any abnormality, seek medical advice in time.

7、 Prevention of abnormal ears

The prevention of ear deformity mainly includes the following points:

1. Genetic counseling: if there is a patient with deformed ears in the family, genetic counseling can be carried out before childbirth to understand the genetic risks and take corresponding preventive measures.

2. Health care during pregnancy: The mother needs to pay attention to health care during pregnancy and avoid contact with harmful substances, viruses, etc. to ensure the healthy development of the fetus.

3. Newborn screening: hearing screening and ear examination should be carried out after the birth of the newborn, so as to find out problems such as abnormal ears in time and take corresponding treatment measures.

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