My eardrum has a hole in it and I heard it's called a ruptured eardrum. I'm not sure whether I should go for medicines or surgery to fix this - which treatment works better and what are the risks of each option?

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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Most ruptured (perforated) eardrums heal without treatment within a few weeks. Your provider may prescribe antibiotic drops if there's evidence of infection. If the tear or hole in the eardrum doesn't heal by itself, treatment will likely involve procedures to close the tear or hole.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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yes the sound is because of nasal congestion , just take steam inhalation

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Because those are the common allergens one will be exposed regularly,in order to stop the allergic reaction he gave you those medicines

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I've been having a really tough time with snoring lately, and it's getting pretty loud. Do you have any tips or ways I can try to reduce it? It's been a real concern, and I'd love to hear your advice.

start steam inhalation

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