Patient's question:
Can congenital preauricular fistula be left untreated without surgery? Recently, my child underwent a detailed examination and was diagnosed with congenital preauricular fistula disease. Neither of us understands it very well, so I want to ask everyone if this condition can be left untreated without surgery?Doctor's answer:
Congenital preauricular fistula generally does not require surgery if there are no symptoms. Daily care is very important. In terms of diet, avoid spicy and irritating foods, especially fried foods, which should be paid extra attention to. Additionally, after ice skating or each time you wash your hair, proper ear cleaning should be done to prevent recurrence. If an infection is detected, immediate surgery is necessary.