Can My Child Do FST While There Are Grommets – PE Tubes in Place?
We always recommend that if there is any medical concern, such as middle-ear infections, or the presence of PE tubes / grommets, you should get a letter of clearance from your doctor before doing FST. FST is never done during an active ear infection, just as you would not exercise while sick or feverish. However, if the doctor approves doing FST while the grommets / PE tubes are in place, then FST may be done. Some PE tubes are long-lasting, and it would not be feasible in any case to wait for three years or more until they are removed before having some help for listening skills.
