Question
Doctor, our child has extra fingers on their hand. Can they still undergo surgery?
Answer
For children, the earlier the surgery, the smaller the scar and the easier the recovery. However, since the child is too young now, post-operative care may be more difficult. Additionally, it is necessary to check the relationship between the extra finger and other fingers. If there is no relationship, surgery to remove the extra finger can be done as early as around the child’s second birthday. It is recommended to first pay attention to dietary adjustments, avoid eating spicy and irritating food, and cold foods, and seek treatment promptly.