The Doctor’s Discovery
Teresa tensed up as the worried-looking nurse went back into the room, this time with a doctor in tow, and Teresa could hardly keep her nerves under control. When she finished, the doctor placed a loving palm on the boy’s head and began to explain what she had seen during her own quick examination of him.
Not What She Had Hoped For
Teresa couldn’t believe what she was hearing. Initially, she assumed it was a piece of pencil that had become trapped in Timo’s ear, which she had suspected for quite some time. It’s possible that there is a buildup of wax. She could never have foreseen the exact reason of the incident. But what exactly had the doctor discovered, and why was it such a major source of concern? Were there any signs that Timo would be alright?