Question 1

My eardrum ruptured six months ago from using a cotton swab and still hasn't healed. There's some mild pain but no pus. Is it normal for it to take this long to heal or would I need surgery?

Accepted Answer

NEED SX

Question 2

I'm experiencing a weird sound in my right ear every now and then. It kind of sounds like a motor running or a continuous 'gu gu gu' noise. I can't quite figure it out. It mostly happens when I'm trying to sleep, and sometimes it just stops on its own. I'm really confused about what's going on. Any idea what this could be?

Accepted Answer

The whooshing sound in sync with your heartbeat is likely due to:

1. Pulsatile tinnitus
2. Eustachian tube dysfunction
3. Vascular issues (e.g., abnormal blood flow)

Consult an ENT specialist or an audiologist for a thorough evaluation and diagnosis.

Question 3

I've had this feeling like something is stuck in my throat for the past week and it's really starting to worry me. I've got this habit of using tobacco and pan masala, and I'm scared it might be something serious like cancer. What do you think?

Accepted Answer

Stuck fish bone can be concerning!

_Possible Risks_

1. _Infection_: If the bone remains in your throat, it can cause an infection, leading to symptoms like swelling, redness, and increased pain.
2. _Abscess formation_: In rare cases, the bone can cause an abscess to form in the throat.

_Removal Methods_

1. _Drink plenty of water_: Encourage the bone to move down your throat by drinking plenty of water.
2. _Eat soft foods_: Consume soft, sticky foods like bananas, yogurt, or marshmallows to help dislodge the bone.
3. _Try the "cough and swallow" method_: Cough gently and then swallow to try to dislodge the bone.

_Medical Attention_

1. _Visit an ENT specialist_: If you're unsure whether the bone is still stuck or if you experience severe symptoms, consult an ENT specialist.
2. _Endoscopy or X-ray_: The doctor may perform an endoscopy or X-ray to locate the bone and determine the best course of action.

_When to Seek Immediate Medical Attention_

1. _Severe pain or difficulty swallowing_
2. _Shortness of breath_
3. _Fever or chills_
4. _Blood in your saliva or cough_

I had a road accident and ended up with a longitudinal temporal bone fracture and LMN facial palsy. I've attached my CT scan do you think conservative treatment would work or would I need surgery?

A detailed evaluation will help decide the best course of action.

More ENT Health Queries

My eardrum ruptured six months ago from using a cotton swab and still hasn't healed. There's some mild pain but no pus. Is it normal for it to take this long to heal or would I need surgery?

I've had this feeling like something is stuck in my throat for the past week and it's really starting to worry me. I've got this habit of using tobacco and pan masala, and I'm scared it might be something serious like cancer. What do you think?

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