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Will alcohol drops with ear tubes cause damage?

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Maybe,maybe not: They generally cause significant pain and a burning sensation if they enter the middle ear.I can think of no benefit to ever use them in this scenario.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 10/22/2017

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