My mom is 60 and has diabetes and high blood pressure. She's been dealing with really bad ear itching and when we saw an ENT specialist, they found holes in both eardrums. One doctor says she needs surgery on the right ear first then the left after 3 months, but another ENT said surgery isn't necessary at all. Really confused about what to do since we have the scan reports but getting conflicting opinions

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It's understandable to be confused with conflicting medical opinions. While a perforated eardrum (a hole in the eardrum) can sometimes heal on its own, surgery (tympanoplasty) might be necessary, especially if the perforation doesn't heal within a few months or if it causes significant hearing loss or ear infections. Your mom's diabetes and high blood pressure could also influence the healing process and make it more important to address the perforation properly

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Answered 14/08/2025

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I'm in the research field studying chemistry and recently I've been having some issues. My nose has been really dry and I'm also experiencing dry blood, which is quite painful, especially in the mornings. Could any doctors provide advice on how to deal with this?

Humidification and hydration are key to relieving nasal dryness. Saline sprays, nasal gels, and petroleum jelly can help soothe and moisturize your nasal passages. If the problem persists or worsens, consulting a doctor, especially an ENT specialist, is recommended.

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I've been having this cough on and off where I feel like something's stuck in my throat. Sometimes, when I cough, there are these tiny clear balls that come up. Its not constant, but it keeps coming back every few days, and I'm really tired of it. What could be causing this, and how can I get it to stop?

Yes you can take it and visit doctor for appropriate treatment.

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I'm having trouble breathing and it feels tough to breathe through my mouth. I'm also dealing with tonsillitis. Could this be why I'm struggling to breathe? What might be causing this?

yes it is , try taking the treatment for tonsillitis

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