Question 1

My wife has a hole in her eardrum and we're really worried about surgery. Is there any way to heal it with just tablets or medicine, or does it have to be fixed with surgery? Can the hole close on its own without any procedure?

Accepted Answer

In many cases, a hole in the eardrum (perforation) heals on its own within a few weeks, especially if it's small. If it doesn't heal spontaneously, medical treatment might involve eardrum patches or surgery. Surgery, like tympanoplasty, is typically considered if the eardrum doesn't heal naturally or if there are complications like hearing loss or chronic infections

Question 2

I'm wondering if it's safe to use hydrogen peroxide to clean my ears, especially if an insect accidentally crawled in while I was sleeping. Is hydrogen peroxide effective and safe for removing insects from the ear? Im a bit worried and would love some guidance on this.

Accepted Answer

Hydrogen peroxide is a chemical and best to AVOID using it to clean ears. It can damage ear canal skin and cause inflammation.

Question 3

I'm having some issues with my voice, both when I talk and sing. It feels like there's a weakness in my voice box, even when I'm not speaking. There's also pain when I do talk or sing. My voice tires easily, and it's losing its depth and clarity  it sounds faint and a bit muffled. Plus, hitting high notes takes a lot more effort than it used to. These issues used to happen rarely over the last year, but in the past three months, they've become more consistent. I've tried taking Oratil and Azee tablets, but they haven't helped. Could you help me figure out what's going on with my voice?

Accepted Answer

A swollen or infected uvula can cause discomfort.

Possible causes include:

Viral or bacterial infections
Allergies
Dry mouth
Acid reflux

Try:

Gargling with warm salt water several times a day
Using a humidifier to add moisture to the air
Avoiding spicy or acidic foods and drinks
Consult an ENT specialist or a primary care physician for further evaluation and guidance.

I've been feeling like there's mucus stuck in my throat for the past couple of weeks, and no matter how hard I try to cough it up, it just won't go away. It's really starting to bother me. Do you know what might be going on or what I can do to get rid of it?

Take tablet mucomix Et with a glass of water three times in a day for 3 days,if its still bothering you visit General physician for appropriate management

More ENT Health Queries

My wife has a hole in her eardrum and we're really worried about surgery. Is there any way to heal it with just tablets or medicine, or does it have to be fixed with surgery? Can the hole close on its own without any procedure?

I'm wondering if it's safe to use hydrogen peroxide to clean my ears, especially if an insect accidentally crawled in while I was sleeping. Is hydrogen peroxide effective and safe for removing insects from the ear? Im a bit worried and would love some guidance on this.

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