My 15-year-old brother has DNS concha bullosa and the doctor recommended surgery. Is there no other treatment option or should we get a second opinion? His reports show the condition clearly but I'm unsure if surgery is the only way.

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I've got really tough ear wax and it's making it hard to hear from one of my ears. I gave Cipla ear drops a shot, but they didn't work. Any ideas on how I can get rid of it?

use waxonil ear drop

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I've been experiencing some strange sensations in my ear, like occasional sounds and this feeling like something's stuck inside. It's really unsettling, and I'm not sure what to make of it. Could you shed some light on what might be happening?

Consult an ENT specialist to rule out underlying conditions. Explore sound therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and relaxation techniques to manage symptoms. Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT) can help your brain habituate to tinnitus. Lifestyle changes, such as avoiding loud noises and managing stress, can also help. While there's no cure, these strategies can alleviate symptoms.

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I've been dealing with these two ulcers on my right tonsil for the past couple of days, and it's getting pretty uncomfortable. Any tips on what I should do to make them go away?

use antibiotics

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