Understanding Ear Stroke: Symptoms, Treatments, and Care Tips
Issues related to ear stroke? Hello Doctor: My mother (born in 1930, has diabetes but her blood sugar is well controlled) experienced dizziness and vomiting on October 5. On October 6, she suddenly lost almost all hearing in her left ear (her right ear had already lost most of it...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, (1) After general treatment, a follow-up hearing test will be arranged to assess whether there has been an improvement in hearing, serving as an objective evaluation of treatment effectiveness. Subjective symptom improvement usually indicates significant recovery in hearin...[Read More] Understanding Ear Stroke: Symptoms, Treatments, and Care Tips
The Impact of Firecracker Noise on Ear Health: Risks and Symptoms
The impact or damage of firecracker noise on the ears? Dear Dr. Cheng, Hello. Today, while riding my motorcycle, I encountered a store that set off firecrackers. I was quite close to the firecrackers (with my right ear facing them), and at that moment, I felt that my right ear w...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, brief exposure to loud noise typically does not result in long-term adverse effects on hearing if there are no significant changes in hearing or persistent tinnitus at the time of injury. If there are no noticeable symptoms, it is unlikely to have lasting negative impacts ...[Read More] The Impact of Firecracker Noise on Ear Health: Risks and Symptoms
Understanding Eardrum Rupture: Healing Time and Care Tips
Tympanic membrane rupture? Hello, doctor. Today, I accidentally dug too deep in my ear, resulting in a rupture of about 30-40% of my eardrum. The doctor prescribed antibiotics and advised me to keep my ear dry and avoid getting it wet. I should take the antibiotics and return in ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If there is no infection, the eardrum may heal on its own. It is recommended to keep the ear dry, such as avoiding water while bathing and not using cotton swabs to clean the ear. Please continue to follow up with outpatient treatment. Wishing you safety and health. Sincer...[Read More] Understanding Eardrum Rupture: Healing Time and Care Tips
Understanding Eardrum Rupture: Surgical Options and Recovery
Tympanic membrane perforation? Hello, I have a question for the doctor. Recently, I went to Taipei Veterans General Hospital for an ear examination, and both of my eardrums are completely perforated. The doctor recommended tympanoplasty and mentioned that I would need to be hospi...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Dear Mr. Chen, The minimally invasive tympanic membrane repair surgery is performed using an endoscopic approach, which has certain limitations, such as the size of the ear canal and the size of the perforation in the tympanic membrane. If the physician assesses that endoscopic ...[Read More] Understanding Eardrum Rupture: Surgical Options and Recovery
Impact of Dancing and Rock Climbing on Ear Pressure and Recovery
The effects of dancing and rock climbing on ear pressure and recovery status? Hello, Dr. Cheng. My eardrum ruptured this past Tuesday, and the discharge of pus and blood has gradually been controlled after switching to a stronger antibiotic for the second time. Currently, my left...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Dancing and rock climbing theoretically do not affect ear pressure. If there is still discharge from the ear, you need to return for continued treatment. If there is no longer any discharge, it is advisable to avoid water entering the ear and to have regular follow-up appo...[Read More] Impact of Dancing and Rock Climbing on Ear Pressure and Recovery
Understanding Ear Pain After Eardrum Rupture: Is It Normal?
After a tympanic membrane rupture? Hello Dr. Hsu, my friend previously consulted you regarding my ruptured eardrum. My right eardrum ruptured in mid-April while I was playing the clarinet, and I continued to play for about ten minutes afterward. After examinations by two speciali...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, theoretically, since you have already been examined by two otolaryngologists and both your hearing and tympanic pressure tests are normal, you should be able to engage in normal activities. However, since you previously experienced a ruptured ...[Read More] Understanding Ear Pain After Eardrum Rupture: Is It Normal?
Understanding Recovery After Eardrum Rupture: Symptoms and Risks
After the eardrum rupture heals..? Hello, doctor. It has been a month since my eardrum ruptured. The examination results show that the inflammation has healed and the eardrum has recovered, but it is still slightly red. The results of the ear pressure test are normal, but I still...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, a normal eardrum has three layers, while a ruptured eardrum that heals will only have two layers, resulting in reduced "stress" tolerance. Generally, after an eardrum rupture, 90% of individuals will heal within a month if there is n...[Read More] Understanding Recovery After Eardrum Rupture: Symptoms and Risks