Definition of blotter written for English Language Learners from the Merriam-Webster Learner's Dictionary with audio pronunciations, usage examples, and count/noncount noun labels. Learner's Dictionary mobile search
Usually there is NOT a lot of pain with tube surgery; often the pain is relieved by removing the fluid. If there is pain, Tylenol or Motrin should be adequate. No Motrin should be used if tonsillectomy was also performed, however.
Doctors suggest tubes for children who have repeat ear infections or when fluid stays behind the eardrum. A specialist (otolaryngologist) places the tubes through a small surgical opening made in the eardrum (myringotomy or tympanostomy).The child is unconscious under general anesthesia for this surgery.hey also keep fluid from building up behind the eardrum. Doctors consider surgery to insert tubes: 1  If a child has had fluid behind the eardrum in both ears for more than 3 months and has significant hearing loss in both ears. 2  If a child has repeat ear infections.