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My 1yr old had tubes put in her ears i was wondering how long after her surgery can i take her to the pool and not be worried if water goes in ears?
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OK to swim: The latest information based on controlled study is: let your child swim. There is no difference in middle ear infection, drainage, or fluid accumulation after pe tube insertion when children are allowed to swim with or without ear plugs
Answered 4/19/2015
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