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I had ear tubes put in yesterday and now i can barely hear out of my left ear and it hurts worse now than it did before, is this normal?

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Dr. Justin Greiwe answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Recovery....: Post surgical recovery can vary. If symptoms persist I would call/visit with ENT who put tubes in and discuss concerns and perform physical exam. Look for any signs of infection, tube failure.

Dr Fricke and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/16/2015

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