- male
- 4 Years
- 14/08/2025
My 4-year-old was told he needs adenoid and tonsil removal plus grommets for ear fluid. Are there other options we could try before surgery? I'm worried about putting him through all that and wondering if there's a less invasive approach
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for P/E ENT specialist opinion is advised to the patient.
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Ent Specialist
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