Ruptured Eardrum
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Perforation or rupture of the eardrum is an injury to the thin membrane that separates the ear canal from the middle ear. It can be caused by infections, abrupt pressure changes, very intense noises, or the insertion of objects into the ear.
Common causes: middle ear infections, trauma, pressure variations during flights or diving, and exposure to explosive sounds.
Common symptoms: ear pain that subsides suddenly, decreased hearing, ringing, or fluid drainage through the ear canal.
When to see a doctor? If you notice hearing loss, pain, or discharge after an infection or a blow, it is advisable to have an otolaryngologist examine the ear. This specialist is the one who evaluates the condition of the eardrum and provides guidance on the most appropriate care for each person.
Data on 154 doctors who treat ruptured eardrum
Which specialist treats ruptured eardrum?
A perforated or ruptured eardrum should be evaluated by an otolaryngologist (ENT doctor), who examines the extent of the damage and decides whether you need medical or surgical treatment.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in ruptured eardrum
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Luis Miguel Méndez Saucedo
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Rodrigo Fernández Pellón
Dr. Iran Pardo
Dr. Jorge Alfonso Trejo Buendía
Dr. Nuria Esperanza Boronat Echeverria
Frequently asked questions
What is ruptured eardrum?
Perforation or rupture of the eardrum is an injury to the thin membrane that separates the ear canal from the middle ear. It can be caused by infections, abrupt pressure changes, very intense noises, or the insertion of objects into the ear.
Which doctor treats ruptured eardrum?
A perforated or ruptured eardrum should be evaluated by an otolaryngologist (ENT doctor), who examines the extent of the damage and decides whether you need medical or surgical treatment.