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Question:
Doctor, my name is Tran Nhu Anh, this year I am in 7th grade. Since childhood, my right ear sometimes secretes a foul-smelling discharge. However, because I was subjective and thought it was sweat, I didn't tell my family, nor did I go to the hospital to see a doctor. However, as I got older, I felt that the fluid was secreted more often, so I told my parents to find a solution. And my mother told me that my ear has a small hole where it secretes fluid, and there is no need to worry about it. Even so, I was still quite shocked and went online to find out that I might have a defect of the eardrum. Furthermore, there are some sources that say caesarean section is required, but the majority of cases that require caesarean section are newborn babies. So according to the doctor, can I have surgery in grade 7 or is there a way to cure it?
Thank physicians sir!
Tran Nhu Anh (2007)
Reply:
Hello, Nhu Anh, according to your description, your case is an atrioventricular fistula, a birth defect. Fistulas may secrete mucus, which has a foul odor. Normally, no intervention in the fistula is needed. However, in some cases, the fistula becomes inflamed and then abscessed. In such cases, to avoid inflammation and abscess recurrence, surgery will be required to remove the fistula. Regarding the age of surgery, any age can have surgery, if indicated by the doctor. Therefore, in my case, if necessary, surgery is still possible. For the most accurate diagnosis, you should specialize in Otolaryngology for specific advice and examination.
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Answered by Doctor of Department of Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital.
