My mom saw an ENT specialist who found a hole in her ear and recommended surgery what happens if she doesn't get the surgery done? Could it get worse or cause other problems?

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I'm hearing a clicking noise in my ear every time I swallow, but there's no pain. Is it normal to have this? I've tried various methods for ear clogging, but nothing seems to help. Should I be concerned, or is it something that happens to everyone?

it's normal

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My mom is 60 and has perforated eardrums. The doctor said surgery isn't an option at her age and only medicines can help. How serious is this and can it be completely cured with just meds?

for P/E ENT specialist dr opinion is advised to the patient.

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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?

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

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