Ear tubes will not completely stop eari infections. They will help lower the number of ear infections, and when infections do occur, the tubes will allow for drainage while your child is on medicine. The doctor uses a microscope to see into the ear and makes a tiny cut into the eardrum. Fluid is removed and the doctor puts the ear tube in through the tiny cut. The operation takes about 15-20 minutes.
Most children are fussy for the first few hours after surgery.
You may see some clear or blood tinged liquid coming out of one or both ears. This is normal. It should stop within the first two to three days. Your child's nurse will explain how to use them. Do not allow water to get into your child's ears until allowed by the doctor.