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  • 30 Years
  • 14/08/2025

I've been diagnosed with mild eardrum retraction in my left ear, and my PTA impedance test showed an A-type graph in tympanometry. Will this resolve on its own with medication, or is surgery usually needed? How long does it typically take to heal?

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I'm a 26-year-old guy dealing with a high pitch voice that lacks resonance. People often mistake me for a woman over the phone, and it's frustrating. I haven't seen a doctor about this yet, and I'm also dealing with essential tremor. Are there any exercises or treatments that could help with these issues?

It sounds like you may be experiencing voice modulation issues. You can try using voice therapy techniques to improve your voice quality. Additionally, you can use medications like Botox injections to help with essential tremors. For voice modulation, you can try speech therapy exercises and vocal warm-ups. For essential tremors, you can consider taking Propranolol. Remember to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new medication.

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I'm feeling this tightness in my throat. I can still eat, but swallowing is kind of tough. Plus, I've got some nasal congestion. Do you know what might be causing this?

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I had tympanoplasty surgery on May 10th 2018 but since yesterday I've noticed some side effects like not being able to control my lips when rinsing water and losing control over some facial expressions is this normal after surgery and how long until these issues go away

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