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My 2 year old (who had tubes put in his ear in july) had a small amount of blood from his ear. he isn't complaining of pain. what could cause this?

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Dr. Sari Nabulsi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Irritation: there could be irritation of the tube. You need to check with your pediatrician for ear drops

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/21/2015

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