Perforated eardrum A perforated or burst eardrum is a hole in the eardrum. It'll usually heal within a few weeks and might not need any treatment. But it's a good idea to see a GP if you think your eardrum has burst, as it can cause problems such as ear infections. Symptoms of a perforated eardrum Signs of a perforated eardrum, or an ear infection caused by a perforated eardrum, include:
The symptoms will usually pass once your eardrum has healed or any infection has been treated. When to see a GP See a GP if:
Your eardrum will usually heal without treatment, but a GP can check for an infection (which may need treatment) and talk to you about how you can look after your ear. They'll look into your ear using a small handheld torch with a magnifying lens. The tip of this goes into your ear, but it only goes in a little way and should not hurt. Things you can do if you have a perforated eardrum Perforated eardrums do not always need to be treated because they often get better by themselves within a few weeks. While it heals, the following tips can help you relieve your symptoms and reduce the chances of your ear becoming infected:
Treatments for a perforated eardrum If you have an ear infection caused by a perforated eardrum, a GP may prescribe antibiotics. If the hole in your eardrum is big, or does not heal in a few weeks, the GP may refer you to an ear specialist to talk about having surgery to repair a perforated eardrum. Causes of a perforated eardrum A hole in the eardrum can be caused by:
The following tips may help you avoid damaging your eardrum:
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