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Ear Disorders (Expert Forum)
ruptured ear drum
Answered by
Eric P Wilkinson, MD - Exostosis (Surfer's Ear), Otolaryngology
Los Angeles - CA
Questions in the Ear Disorders forum are answered by Dr. Eric Wilkinson. Topics include acoustic neuroma, skull base tumors, hearing loss, cochlear implants, stapes surgery, eardrum repair, chronic ear infection,
facial nerve problems, childhood deafness, vertigo, balance disorders, and tinnitus.
Doctor's Answer
by Eric P Wilkinson, MD, Mar 08, 2008 12:20PM
, Mar 08, 2008 12:20PM
To: couture
If drainage persists for more than 2-3 days, topical therapy (ear drops) may be necessary. Water must be kept out of the ear. You should see an ENT specialist for a full exam, tuning fork testing, audiometry, and a plan to monitor the perforation for closure. If the hole persists for more than 3-4 months, surgery may be necessary to close the perforation.
Hope this helps! Good luck!
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Hope this helps! Good luck!
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical
advice - the information presented is for patients education only.
Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your
individual case.
Member Comments (2)
by Tanya422, May 02, 2008 12:22AM
I woke up a week ago with laryngitis. Later that day, I began to have pressure in my eardrums. Both ruptured by 10:00 PM. (My left eardrum ruptured around this time last year.) It is very difficult to hear above the ringing in both ears and, despite the fact I am on medication (antibiotics, hear drops, nasal spray, pain relievers), my hearing seems to be getting worse. Should I just be patient and toughen it out for the next two months, or should I see a ENT doctor?
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