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A member asked:

I had ear tubes placed in february due to eustachian tube dysfunction and i just lost a tube out of my left ear.what do i do? i thought they last a yr

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Ea tubes: Do nothing . Your ear drum will heal up on itsown. If concerned, check with your ENT physician.

Dr Green agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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