hello good morning please doc. i got slapped on my left ear and can't hear properly for about three weeks now and as a result, my throat is itchy as if some kind of ear wax is running down my throat.please whats wrong with my ear will i ever hear properly again?
Hi,there is a possibility that you might have suffered from a traumatic perforation (hole) in your left ear drum.During slapping,there is sudden increase in external ear pressure which is not as same as middle ear pressure.Due to sudden change in the ear pressure ,trauma in the form of perforation (hole) in the ear drum might occur because of which you are suffering from reduced hearing.
It is advisable to consult an ENT Specialist doctor to confirm the diagnosis and also a hearing test called Pure Tone Audiogram to know the degree and type of hearing loss.
In case you are suffering from a traumatic perforation in ear drum,most of the Traumatic Perforations heal on there own within 6-8 weeks.You need to take precaution that no water should go inside ear while taking bath,you may use ear plug to protect your ear from water.Also don't try to clean your ear by self.Avoid listening to loud sounds.
Itchiness in your throat can't be due to ear wax running down your throat.It might be due to allergy or cold.You might get relief by doing warm saline gargles and Antihistaminic tablet(like Cetrizine).
Hope this answers your question.Take Care.
I find this answer helpful
You found this answer helpful
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
We use cookies in order to offer you most relevant experience and using this website you acknowledge that you have already read and understood our
Privacy Policy
What Causes Hearing Problem After Ear Injury?
Hi,there is a possibility that you might have suffered from a traumatic perforation (hole) in your left ear drum.During slapping,there is sudden increase in external ear pressure which is not as same as middle ear pressure.Due to sudden change in the ear pressure ,trauma in the form of perforation (hole) in the ear drum might occur because of which you are suffering from reduced hearing. It is advisable to consult an ENT Specialist doctor to confirm the diagnosis and also a hearing test called Pure Tone Audiogram to know the degree and type of hearing loss. In case you are suffering from a traumatic perforation in ear drum,most of the Traumatic Perforations heal on there own within 6-8 weeks.You need to take precaution that no water should go inside ear while taking bath,you may use ear plug to protect your ear from water.Also don t try to clean your ear by self.Avoid listening to loud sounds. Itchiness in your throat can t be due to ear wax running down your throat.It might be due to allergy or cold.You might get relief by doing warm saline gargles and Antihistaminic tablet(like Cetrizine). Hope this answers your question.Take Care.