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Could a tonsillectomy have caused my vision/hearing problems?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Complications: Hearing problems can be associated with adenotonsillectomy. Infection can set in causing matoiditis or periostis. Perforated tm can happen or irritation to the facial or auditory nerve. Visual problems this practitioner is not familiar with.

Answered 8/20/2012

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