I've been diagnosed with a perforated eardrum in my right ear, and my doctor recommended surgery. Are there any non-surgical treatments like homeopathy that could help fix this? Also, is it safe to travel by plane with this condition or should I avoid flying?

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Mild cases may heal on their own, but larger perforations often need surgery; avoid air travel till cleared.

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