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Does a ruptured eardrum hurt?
A ruptured eardrum, like a clap of thunder, can happen suddenly. You may feel a sharp pain in your ear, or an earache that you’ve had for a while suddenly goes away. It’s also possible that you may not have any sign that your eardrum has ruptured.
What should I do if I burst my eardrum?
Treatment for eardrum rupture
- Patching. If your ear does not heal on its own, your doctor may patch the eardrum.
- Antibiotics. Antibiotics can clear up infections that might have led to your eardrum rupture.
- Surgery. In rare cases, surgery may be required to patch the hole in the eardrum.
- Home remedies.
What causes a burst eardrum in the middle ear?
A virus, bacteria, or fungus can cause a middle ear infection which can cause a burst eardrum. The eardrum, also called the tympanic membrane, is a thin tissue that protects the middle ear and is part of the hearing process.
What are the symptoms of a ruptured eardrum?
Signs and symptoms of a ruptured eardrum may include: Ear pain that may subside quickly. Clear, pus-filled or bloody drainage from your ear. Hearing loss. Ringing in your ear (tinnitus) Spinning sensation (vertigo)
Where does the rupture of the eardrum take place?
An eardrum rupture is a small hole or tear in your eardrum, or tympanic membrane. The tympanic membraneis a thin tissue that divides your middle ear and outer ear canal. This membrane vibrates when sound waves enter your ear. The vibration continues through the bones of the middle ear.
When to see a doctor if your eardrum has burst?
A perforated or burst eardrum is a hole in the eardrum. It will usually heal within a few weeks and might not need any treatment. But it’s a good idea to see your GP if you think your eardrum has burst, as it can cause problems such as ear infections.