Perforated eardrum is a hole of the eardrum which can occur as a result of ear infection. Flying with a severe cold can also cause perforation due to changes in air pressure and blocked resulting from the cold. This is especially true on landing. Perforation of the eardrum leads to conductive which is usually temporary.
Causes Of Perforated Eardrum
- Middle
ear infection
- Injury
- Loud noises
- Changes in air pressure
- Recurrent attacks of colds/sinus infections
- Vertigo (spinning sensation)
- Decreased hearing
- Often with ringing, buzzing, or clicking
- Fluid or blood draining from the ear
Treatment for Perforated Eardrum
- SurgeryIn major cases myringoplasty may be recommended to:
- Improve your hearing
- Prevension of hearing loss
In
many cases a perforated
eardrum
will heal by itself without treatment in about two months. If
treatment is needed it's mainly to relieve discomfort and treat
infection.
- Prevent water from entering your middle ear (which could cause an infection)
- Reduce your likelihood of getting ear infections
The
perforation may heal in a few weeks or some times takes few months.
Some perforations require intervention. In slight Perforated ear
problems it can be cure by painkillers or antibiotics. But in major
cases a surgery procedure need from a expert ent surgeons. However in
some cases the perforation can last several years and will be unable
to heal naturally. Such cases are usually a result of a perforation
being surgically induced during an operation involving the ear.
Hearing is usually recovered fully but chronic
infection over a long period may lead to permanent hearing loss.
Those with more severe ruptures may need to wear an ear plug
to
avoid water making contact with the ear drum.
For
more information about Perforated
Eardrum
treatment contact us through
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