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My son age 21years has a problem that he is having less hearing from left ear .studoctor told that he is having torn eardrum and need operation .My main question is that is it a safe to operate ? And from where should you suggest to operate .Please guide me
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Torn eardrum can be repaired by means of an operation called 'tympanoplasty.' It is a safe procedure and is usually performed under local anesthesia. By getting it done, the risk of infection inside the ear reduces and also helps to improve hearing.
You need to consult ENT specialist in this regard for clinical evaluation and appropriate management.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards, Dr. Ashakiran S
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How Can A Ruptured Eardrum Be Treated?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Torn eardrum can be repaired by means of an operation called tympanoplasty. It is a safe procedure and is usually performed under local anesthesia. By getting it done, the risk of infection inside the ear reduces and also helps to improve hearing. You need to consult ENT specialist in this regard for clinical evaluation and appropriate management. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ashakiran S