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  • female
  • 30 Years
  • 14/08/2025

I had earwax removed and now I'm hearing sounds in my ear. One doctor mentioned there's a hole in my middle ear and suggested surgery, while another advised waiting 3 months to see if it heals naturally and recommended daily steam. Can a hole in the ear heal on its own, and what are the chances of natural recovery?

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Dr. Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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