Grommet Insertion for Serous Otitis Media (Fluid build up behind ear drum)
Serous otitis media, also known as glue ear, is a condition in which fluid accumulates behind the eardrum without active infection. This fluid can cause hearing loss, ear blockage, and delayed speech development in children.
Grommet insertion is a simple and effective surgical procedure that helps drain the fluid and restore normal hearing.
What Is a Grommet?
A grommet is a tiny ventilation tube placed in the eardrum to:
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Allow air to enter the middle ear
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Prevent fluid re-accumulation
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Improve hearing
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Reduce recurrent ear infections
Who Needs Grommet Insertion?
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Children with persistent fluid for more than 3 months
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Hearing loss affecting speech or school performance
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Recurrent ear infections
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Ear fullness or reduced hearing in adults
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Failure to respond to medical treatment
Symptoms of Serous Otitis Media
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Muffled or reduced hearing
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Ear blockage sensation
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Delayed speech in children
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Poor attention or learning difficulty
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Recurrent ear pain or infections
Procedure Overview
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Performed under general anesthesia in children
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Local anesthesia may be used in adults
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Small opening made in the eardrum (myringotomy)
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Fluid suctioned out
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Grommet tube inserted
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Procedure time: 15–20 minutes
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Day-care surgery
Benefits of Grommet Insertion
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Immediate improvement in hearing
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Prevents fluid build-up
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Reduces recurrent ear infections
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Improves speech development in children
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Quick recovery and minimal discomfort
After the Procedure
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Child can usually go home the same day
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Hearing improvement noticed within days
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Grommets usually fall out naturally in 6–12 months
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Regular follow-up advised
Why Choose Us
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Experienced ENT surgeon
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Child-friendly surgical approach
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Advanced microscopic ear surgery
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Safe anesthesia support
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Excellent hearing outcomes