Have any of you had to have tubes removed from your DC's ear if they did not fall out on their own? DS got tubes two years ago. One fell out last year without any problems. This morning, DH took DS to the ENT for a routine follow-up and he said that the remaining tube has not budged yet. He said that some docs will let the tube(s) remain in place for longer than others. Some docs remove them if they have not fallen out on their own after a while, because there may be increased risk of damage to the eardrum if they remain for too long. DS has another appointment in December and we will discuss what to do if it still hasn't budged. Just wondering what sorts of experiences others have had in this area. TIA!

Jerilyn
DS, 10/03
DD, 3/06