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Eustachian Tube Patency
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the condition?
Because there is no clear cause, there is no known way to prevent this.
What are the long-term effects of the condition?
There is an increased risk of chronic infections of the middle ear, known as chronic otitis media, in a person with eustachian tube patency.
What are the risks to others?
There is no risk to others, as the condition is not contagious.