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Is Preauricular sinus curable?
My daby is 3 months old and she has a Preauricular sinus on her left ear. In the last three days she is getting a little bit of pus from it. Is it dangerous? And is it possible that the hole will get close in future?
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In future it is treated by surgery
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Dr. Jaimini Thakkar
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
6 yrs exp
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pre auricular sinus is congenital deformity.
it needs to be operated once child is young.
Antibiotics for pus discharge
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Dr. Baisali Sarkar
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
11 yrs exp
Kolkata
Preauricular sinuses (ear pits) are common congenital abnormalities. Usually asymptomatic, they manifest as small opening in front of the external ear.
In general they are asymptomatic. They can lead to benign cysts or infections, including small pus-filled masses known as abscesses.
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Preauricular sinus doesn't close automatic or naturally. It need surgical removal.
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