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Can having my tonsils removed help reduce my chances to get ear infections? i've had tons of ear infections in the past 35 years of my life.

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Tonsillectomy: Your tonsils may have been contributing to eustachian tube disfunction resulting in frequent ear aches and infections.

Dr Green agreed

Answered 2/3/2015

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A member asked:

Can having my tonsils removed help reduce my chances to get ear infections? i've had tons of ear infections in the past 35 years of my life.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Dr Green agreed

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