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Middle ear infection due to enlarged adenoids has affected my child's hearing. Please help.

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Hi doctor,

Please have a look at her hearing test report and give your suggestion. Please find the patient's details. Her adenoids and tonsils were removed. Due to enlarged adenoids, she got an infection in her middle ear, and she did not hear clearly. Then her middle ear was cleaned, and the tube was inserted. Again, she cannot hear clearly. A hearing test is done now, and her doctor suggested a hearing device.

Do we have any other treatment, or is a hearing device the only solution?

I am sending you her reports. Please give your valuable opinion.

Please help.

Thank you.
Answered by Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar

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Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar is an accomplished Otolaryngologist with expertise in head and neck surgery, as well as cochlear implant procedures. He is skilled in diagnosing and treating a wide range of ear, nose, and throat conditions with a focus on restoring function and improving quality of life. Known for his precision and patient-centered approach, Dr. Padiyar combines advanced surgical techniques with compassionate care. 

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Hi,

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The reason why she is still not hearing properly is probably due to remnant adenoids, which could have been left behind and would have undergone compensatory hypertrophy, causing the same problem for which surgery has been done.

I would recommend she use Metatop (Mometasone Furoate Monohydrate) nasal sprays, two puffs in each nostril, two times a day for the next three weeks. This nasal spray shrinks the adenoid tissue, which would have become inflamed and increased in size, blocking the eustachian tubes and causing the issues out there.

Along with this, please apply Otrivin P (Xylometazoline Hydrochloride solution) nasal drops, three drops in each nostril three times a day for one week. Avoid giving anything cold to the child; any spicy or oily food should be strictly avoided for the next six months.

Please keep your ears dry and refrain from using earbuds. This is a common problem that occurs, and there is absolutely nothing that you need to worry about. Please be patient, as it can take some time for the remnant adenoids to shrink in size.

Adequate antibiotics will also be required if the child has any ear discharge as well.

I hope I have answered your query.

If there is anything more you need to inquire about, please do let us know, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Sneha Kannan
Published At August 19, 2020
Reviewed At June 25, 2026

Education:

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Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar is an accomplished Otolaryngologist with expertise in head and neck surgery, as well as cochlear implant procedures. He is skilled in diagnosing and treating a wide range of ear, nose, and throat conditions with a focus on restoring function and improving quality of life. Known for his precision and patient-centered approach, Dr. Padiyar combines advanced surgical techniques with compassionate care. 

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Dr. Sneha Kannan is a skilled Dental Surgeon with expertise in providing general dental care, including scaling, fillings, and preventive treatments. She does oral surgery procedures such as extractions and minor surgical interventions. She does procedures in restorative dentistry, including crowns, bridges, and dentures. She is an expert in doing endodontic treatments such as root canal therapy. She is well-versed in doing procedures in cosmetic dentistry, including teeth whitening and smile correction. She can provide pediatric dental care for children’s oral health and preventive treatments. She promotes oral hygiene awareness and preventive dental practices.  

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Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar is an accomplished Otolaryngologist with expertise in head and neck surgery, as well as cochlear implant procedures. He is skilled in diagnosing and treating a wide range of ear, nose, and throat conditions with a focus on restoring function and improving quality of life. Known for his precision and patient-centered approach, Dr. Padiyar combines advanced surgical techniques with compassionate care. 

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