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Donīt worry. Tubes is a very common and routine procedure. I would not hesitate one moment and the effect on ear infections is usually very good.

Several ear infections - more than 4-6/year - is almost always a sign of a local 'sensitivity' in the upper airways /ears. Almost every child grows out of it during the preschool years, but tubes is a big help and it is easy and humane.

If a child in this age group also has suffered several other bacterial infections, like pneumonia or more severe infections, like meningitis - it is prudent to have a look at its immune defense system. However, ear infections alone is rarely a sign of a immune deficiency.