- female
- 30 Years
- 29/01/2025
I've got a partial perforation in my eardrum, with about 50% of it affected. I'm really worried about how long it might take to heal. Can you give me some insight into the healing process and time frame?
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Visit your Physician for appropriate management
Dr. Ibrahim Suggests...
Consult a Ent Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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I'm having a problem with my right earit feels blocked, and I can hardly hear anything out of it. This has been going on for three days now and it all started suddenly when I woke up one morning. What could be causing this, and should I be worried?
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