Originally Posted by
Oblique
I had three sets of tubes as a child. I had general anesthesia when it was done, but now you can have it done with a local anesthetic and be in and out in about an hour or so. Go for it, but keep in mind tubes eventually work their way out and you may need to have them put in again. Also, there will be scare tissue build up on and around your ear drum.
Originally Posted by
Brian3613
Connection pilot
I had the exact same problem you had in my right ear. I got tubes put in and the problem was solved. The tube I had was permanent so it will not work its way out. The only thing is, I can't get water in that ear so i need to wear an ear plug when I go swimming.
Are you guys talking about tubes in your ear drum? Is that a sutable method to deal with a small eustachian tube? Does it affect your hearing? I've seen photos of these tubes and it seems like it would have a dramatic effect on the ear drum. Do those tubes make your ear clear without any difficulty what so ever? Do you even feel a pressure change?
Sorry for the many questions, I've just always wondered about those tubes.