Summary
A father in Norway posted a photo on Reddit showing tiny holes in his newborn daughter's ears, which doctors later identified as preauricular sinuses. These are harmless, small pits near the ears that some people are born with, though they can sometimes lead to infections or indicate genetic conditions.
Key Facts
- A father in Norway noticed tiny holes near the ears of his newborn daughter.
- He shared a photo of this on the website Reddit, where it gained significant attention.
- The holes were identified by commenters as preauricular sinuses, which are congenital.
- Preauricular sinuses occur in 0.1 to 0.9% of births in Europe and the US but are more common in parts of Africa and Asia.
- These sinuses are usually harmless but can sometimes become infected or be linked to genetic issues.
- A pediatrician suggested checking the baby's kidneys because kidneys and ears develop at a similar time in the womb.
- The father's Reddit post received 5,700 upvotes and over 1,000 comments.
- The father has not sought medical advice yet for his daughter, who is healthy at nearly eight months old.
