Live Leech Removed from Child's Nose in Siirt

Miraç Ö., who complained of recurrent nosebleeds, was taken to Siirt Training and Research Hospital by his family. Ear Nose and Throat Specialist Op. Dr. During the examination performed by Begüm Arda on Miraç Ö., it was determined that there was a live leech in the area extending from the tonsil area to the back of the nose.

The leech in Miraç, who was found to have been swimming in a stream in the Baykan district about 15 days ago and drinking water from an uncontrolled water source such as well water, was diagnosed with Op. after the evaluation. Dr. It was removed by Arda in a controlled manner.

'WE FACED A RARE SITUATION'

Op. Dr. Begüm Arda stated that they encountered a rare situation and said, "We encountered a rare situation in our pediatric patient who came with the complaint of recurrent nosebleeds. During our examination, we detected a live leech extending from the tonsil area to the back of the nose. When we deepened the story, we learned that he had a history of contact with a source water of uncertain safety about 15 days ago. We completely removed the leech from our patient in a controlled manner under appropriate conditions. The general condition of the patient was found to be good.

Although such situations are quite rare, they should be kept in mind, especially when there is a history of contact with streams, spring water or uncontrolled natural water resources. "The point we want to emphasize here is that recurrent and unexplained nosebleeds should be kept in mind, especially when there is a history of contact with spring water, and this should be evaluated with a detailed ear, nose and throat examination."