The ear sinus refers to a congenital fistula in front of the ear, which is unlikely to close by itself.
Congenital fistula is usually associated with congenital embryonic developmental abnormalities, is inside and outside the connection, the opening in the skin of the tube, in general, the fistula is more difficult to heal and seal, sinus if there is no secondary infection does not require special treatment, fistula opening a small amount of secretion can be used to wipe the swabs, and to keep the local dry, sanitary.
If the congenital preauricular fistula secondary infection, can appear ear pain, redness, swelling and other symptoms, subcutaneous abscess needs to be cut and drained in time, at the same time the use of antibiotics (such as cefixime) for anti-infective treatment, after stabilization of the condition of the feasible fistula resection, to avoid frequent recurrence.
When congenital fistula in front of the ear occurs, it is necessary to consult a doctor and standardize the treatment under the doctor’s guidance in order to avoid delaying the condition. In addition, the above mentioned drugs should also be used under the guidance of a doctor.