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Dear Parents,
Your child has had tympanostomy tubes inserted.
Below you will find some information and useful recommendations to support them on their return home.
POST-OPERATIVE COURSE
Some secretions or discharge may occur from the operated ears.
You may gently clean the outer ear only, using a clean cloth and water.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
The tubes usually remain in place for up to 18 months.
They are normally expelled spontaneously, and the opening in the eardrum usually closes on its own. The presence of the tubes does not interfere with daily life.
Your child can resume their activities as soon as this is authorised by the doctor.
BEFORE DISCHARGE
Your child will be discharged after a medical review, usually the day after the operation.
During this check-up, make sure you have received:
- An appointment for the next check-up;
- A medical prescription;
- Medical certificates for daycare, school and sport activities,
- A certificate for your employer, if required.
- A prescription for custom-made earplugs.
Please feel free to ask the surgeon any questions you may have. Normal life (daycare, school) can resume the very next day.
ON LEAVING THE DEPARTMENT
When you leave the department, please notify the care team and, if necessary, return the badge to access the department.
POST-OPERATIVE ADVICE
Please follow these recommendations at home:
- Give pain relief medication as needed, according to medical instructions and your child’s discomfort.
- Do not put anything in your child’s ears unless prescribed by the surgeon,
- Keep water out of the ears, especially during the first 10 days.After that, custom-made earplugs should be used.
- Do not clean the ears with cotton buds,
- Avoid contact with ill people in the days following the operation
TIPS FOR A SMOOTH RETURN HOME
- Plan a quiet activity at home for the rest of the day (reading, drawing, film),
- Avoid going out or visiting people,
- Stay alert for signs of fatigue or discomfort,
- Provide a reassuring environment – a familiar blanket or cuddly toy can help your child to feel safe.
WHEN TO SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE QUICKLY
If your child has any of the following symptoms:
- Persistent fever (≥ 38.5°C) after 36 hours,
- Significant discharge mixed with blood,• Onset of otitis,
- Persistent ear pain.
Please call the surgeon on the number listed on the prescription or call the 24-hour care unit on the following number: +352 2862 6521.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Thank you for your trust.
The whole team wishes you a peaceful recovery at home.
Contact
Hôpitaux Robert Schuman
9, Rue Edward Steichen, L-2540 Luxembourg
T +352 286 911
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www.hopitauxschuman.lu