What to do if otitis media causes eardrum perforation

Eardrum perforation is related to many factors, and the edible drum perforation caused by otitis media generally cannot heal itself. The nature of the eardrum perforation caused by otitis media and that caused by trauma are also different. This type of eardrum perforation requires surgical repair.

1. Otitis media causes perforation of the eardrum. In this case, Chinese medicine powder can be sprayed on the surface of the eardrum once a day until the perforation is healed. During this period, it can be cleaned with hydrogen peroxide once every two days. As long as the external auditory canal and the middle ear are kept dry, such a traumatic perforation of the eardrum can heal itself. If necessary, the eardrum can be repaired by surgery. However, in any case, general anti-inflammatory treatment is necessary. Generally, spicy and irritating foods should be avoided and rest should be taken. Hearing loss is generally related to eardrum damage, and hearing can be restored after treatment.

2. The perforation of the eardrum caused by chronic otitis media is different from the perforation of the eardrum caused by general trauma. The perforation of the eardrum caused by inflammatory infection will not recover on its own, and the range of the perforation will continue to increase. Therefore, you must go to a regular hospital for surgical repair. If it is not repaired in time, hearing leakage and ear damage are likely to occur, and the consequences cannot be underestimated.

3. Patients with tympanic membrane perforation should avoid going to noisy public places, go outdoors more often during rest time, and eat more foods that can enhance the body's immunity. This is because reducing the chances of colds and fevers can also help us prevent the symptoms of eardrum perforation.

4. Patients with tympanic membrane perforation can take some antibiotics under the guidance of a doctor to prevent further spread of the infection. However, before taking antibiotics, you must do a good job of checking to make sure it will not cause allergies. At the same time, antibiotics have certain side effects on the human body. You should also drink more water and eat foods high in vitamin C to help the body detoxify.