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6 month old has had 5 dbl ear infections since oct 5 2012 with 2x's the right has ruptured. should she gets tubes?
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See ENT doc: The child needs evaluation by an ENT to see if tubes or other work up is indicated.
Answered 6/10/2014
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RECURRENT OTITIS: It depends on ENT consult. Factors leading to recurrent ear infections shoud be avoided like manner of feeding. Baby should be held upright not left alone to feed in bed, etc.
Answered 6/10/2014
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