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17 months many ear infections now dr says ''ear drum looks ready to burst.' too many drugs already loves to swim tubes? problems with? alternatives?
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Consider tubes: Ear tubes (tympanostomy tubes) may be a good option for you. Tube insertion usually requires about ten minutes of general anesthesia and is done as an outpatient procedure. Risks are low but do include ear drainage and a hole in the eardrum (which can be patched. Of course, ear infections themselves can cause holes). I allow the children i operate on to swim, i prefer them to wear ear plugs.
Answered 2/25/2014
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