Brandi Glanville schedules exploratory surgery for facial condition

Brandi Glanville, a former cast member of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, says she has scheduled exploratory surgery in a few weeks.

She has had facial symptoms for about four years and says the condition has affected her health and ability to work.

Glanville has said she suspects a parasite, but says doctors believe a fungus may be involved.

She says surgeons plan to examine her Eustachian tubes, which connect the middle ear to the back of the nose and upper throat, and help clear them so fluid can drain.

She has described earlier treatments as bringing little improvement and says the medical costs have been difficult to manage.

A fundraising campaign started by her friend has raised more than $23,000, according to the latest account.

The surgery is intended to help doctors find out more about the cause of her symptoms.