Question
A 5-year-old child was diagnosed with a tracheal hemangioma at a few months old and underwent tracheotomy surgery and treatment at Beijing Children’s Hospital. The hemangioma has now been cured, and the tracheal tube has been removed, but a small indentation scar remains on the child’s neck. The parents inquire about when and how to proceed with appropriate scar treatment.
Answer
The parents should take the child to the hospital for examination and consider using laser therapy for scar treatment. After treatment, antibiotic medications should be used for anti-inflammatory purposes, and attention should be paid to nutrition intake and rest. For pediatric otolaryngological diseases, it is recommended that patients seek treatment at specialized clinics as soon as possible, and engage in appropriate exercise daily while avoiding overheating to promote the child’s quick recovery.