How long does it usually take for a mild eardrum retraction to heal on its own? Are there any treatments to help it resolve completely or would surgery be the only option for a full cure?

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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Mild eardrum retractions often heal on their own within a few months. While some cases may resolve spontaneously, more severe retractions or those that don't improve may require medical intervention or, in some cases, surgery.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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I've recently had a sore throat and some pain in my left ear, and now it seems like I'm hearing these weird robotic sounds in that ear. Should I be worried about this? What could be causing it?

That coul be ASOM due to pharyngitis no need to worrry practice valsalva amnoever and consume warm foods ,visit ENT doctor for appropriate treatment.

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I've been having this really weird issue for the past three days where I keep smelling vomit in my nose and mouth, even though I haven't been sick. It's not going away, and it's kinda freaking me out. Do you have any idea what might be going on?

could be due to tonsilitis consult your ent

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I was on a flight about three weeks ago and had a cold at the time. During the descent, I felt intense pressure in my right ear and it started hurting a lot. I took painkillers for a couple of days and, thankfully, the pain went away, but the pressure hasn't gotten back to normal since. I've tried blowing out or sucking in after pinching my nose, but nothing seems to work. I'm really worried about it. Could you offer some advice on what I should do next?

Visit your Physician for appropriate management

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