DS has had tubes for 18 months (at his well visit last month they did confirm they are still in). In that time he has still had a few ear infections, none with ear drainage. Yesterday/today his left ear has been draining but he is not sick or in pain (unlike the other times). I really don't want to have to bring him in to the doctor, it's always such a nightmare, so wanted advice on this- doesn't the draining mean the tubes are working as they should?
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We were told if you see drainage do the ear drops so that’s what we follow
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If there is draining that means the tubes are working, but like @gotkimchi said, you should use the drops to clear it up. If you get the drops once you can use them each time it happens. One bottle will last through multiple infections. I am surprised that he had infections prior without drainage.... did you use drops for those? If not, you might need to go in this one time, knowing that you probably won't have to the next few.
Both of my kids had tubes for 2ish years, and one of them still had many ear infections like this. It is such a bummer, but at least they don't require oral antibiotics. The drops are much more effective and less disruptive to their tummy/system.
Sorry you are dealing with this. Ear infections are the worst
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thank you @gotkimchi and @mrs. lion !
we do have the drops from previous infections (a a backup to oral meds they gave) so will start them today.
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Yes, the tubes are working. Both my pediatrician and ENT said if you see the drainage just to treat with any leftover ear drops we may still have.
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