Which growth appears with foul-smelling discharge and is common in children with chronic otitis media?

Cholesteatoma is a growth that can develop in the middle ear and is often associated with chronic otitis media. It is characterized by an accumulation of skin cells and other debris that can lead to a destructive and expanding growth. The foul-smelling discharge associated with cholesteatoma results from the infection and breakdown of tissue around the lesion.

In children, chronic otitis media can create conditions conducive to the development of cholesteatoma, as the repeated infections can lead to the formation of a retraction pocket in the tympanic membrane where skin cells can build up. This is why cholesteatoma is particularly pertinent in the context of chronic ear infections; it not only causes symptoms like ear discharge but can also lead to further complications if not addressed.

The other conditions listed may have distinct presentations and associations but do not match the specific combination of foul-smelling discharge and the typical occurrence alongside chronic otitis media as closely as cholesteatoma does.