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| name = Perforated eardrum | |||
| image = [[File:PerforationTympan.jpg|alt=Perforated eardrum]] | |||
| caption = A perforated eardrum as seen through an otoscope | |||
| field = [[Otorhinolaryngology]] | |||
| synonyms = Tympanic membrane perforation | |||
| symptoms = [[Ear pain]], [[hearing loss]], [[tinnitus]], [[vertigo]] | |||
| complications = [[Chronic otitis media]], [[hearing impairment]] | |||
| onset = Sudden or gradual | |||
| duration = Varies, can be temporary or permanent | |||
| causes = [[Infection]], [[trauma]], [[barotrauma]], [[foreign body]] | |||
| risks = [[Swimming]], [[scuba diving]], [[air travel]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Otoscopy]], [[audiometry]] | |||
| differential = [[Otitis media]], [[cholesteatoma]] | |||
| prevention = Avoiding ear trauma, treating infections promptly | |||
| treatment = [[Observation]], [[antibiotics]], [[surgery]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
[[File:Normal_ear_drum.jpg|Normal ear drum|left|thumb]] | |||
'''Perforated eardrum''' or '''tympanic membrane perforation''' is a condition where the thin membrane separating the external ear from the middle ear, known as the [[tympanic membrane]], is ruptured or punctured. This can result in hearing loss and can also make the ear more susceptible to infections. | '''Perforated eardrum''' or '''tympanic membrane perforation''' is a condition where the thin membrane separating the external ear from the middle ear, known as the [[tympanic membrane]], is ruptured or punctured. This can result in hearing loss and can also make the ear more susceptible to infections. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Perforated eardrum can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | Perforated eardrum can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | ||
* [[Ear infection]]s: These can cause a buildup of pressure in the middle ear, which can lead to a rupture of the tympanic membrane. | * [[Ear infection]]s: These can cause a buildup of pressure in the middle ear, which can lead to a rupture of the tympanic membrane. | ||
* [[Physical trauma]]: This can include a blow to the ear, a sudden change in air pressure, or inserting an object into the ear. | * [[Physical trauma]]: This can include a blow to the ear, a sudden change in air pressure, or inserting an object into the ear. | ||
* [[Loud noise]]s: Exposure to extremely loud noises, such as an explosion, can cause the eardrum to rupture. | * [[Loud noise]]s: Exposure to extremely loud noises, such as an explosion, can cause the eardrum to rupture. | ||
* [[Barotrauma]]: This is damage to the ear due to a change in pressure, such as when flying or diving. | * [[Barotrauma]]: This is damage to the ear due to a change in pressure, such as when flying or diving. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of a perforated eardrum can include: | The symptoms of a perforated eardrum can include: | ||
* [[Pain]] in the ear | * [[Pain]] in the ear | ||
* [[Hearing loss]] | * [[Hearing loss]] | ||
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* [[Vertigo]] (a sense of spinning) | * [[Vertigo]] (a sense of spinning) | ||
* [[Otorrhea]] (discharge from the ear) | * [[Otorrhea]] (discharge from the ear) | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
A perforated eardrum can be diagnosed through a physical examination of the ear using an [[otoscope]]. In some cases, a [[tympanometry]] test may be used to measure the movement of the eardrum. | A perforated eardrum can be diagnosed through a physical examination of the ear using an [[otoscope]]. In some cases, a [[tympanometry]] test may be used to measure the movement of the eardrum. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for a perforated eardrum depends on the size and location of the perforation, as well as the patient's symptoms. In some cases, the eardrum may heal on its own without treatment. In other cases, treatment may include: | Treatment for a perforated eardrum depends on the size and location of the perforation, as well as the patient's symptoms. In some cases, the eardrum may heal on its own without treatment. In other cases, treatment may include: | ||
* [[Antibiotics]] to prevent or treat infection | * [[Antibiotics]] to prevent or treat infection | ||
* [[Pain medication]] to relieve discomfort | * [[Pain medication]] to relieve discomfort | ||
* [[Surgery]] to repair the perforation | * [[Surgery]] to repair the perforation | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Otitis media]] | * [[Otitis media]] | ||
* [[Tympanoplasty]] | * [[Tympanoplasty]] | ||
* [[Myringotomy]] | * [[Myringotomy]] | ||
[[Category:Ear diseases]] | [[Category:Ear diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Otorhinolaryngology]] | [[Category:Otorhinolaryngology]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
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| Perforated eardrum | |
|---|---|
| Perforated eardrum | |
| Synonyms | Tympanic membrane perforation |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Ear pain, hearing loss, tinnitus, vertigo |
| Complications | Chronic otitis media, hearing impairment |
| Onset | Sudden or gradual |
| Duration | Varies, can be temporary or permanent |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Infection, trauma, barotrauma, foreign body |
| Risks | Swimming, scuba diving, air travel |
| Diagnosis | Otoscopy, audiometry |
| Differential diagnosis | Otitis media, cholesteatoma |
| Prevention | Avoiding ear trauma, treating infections promptly |
| Treatment | Observation, antibiotics, surgery |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Perforated eardrum or tympanic membrane perforation is a condition where the thin membrane separating the external ear from the middle ear, known as the tympanic membrane, is ruptured or punctured. This can result in hearing loss and can also make the ear more susceptible to infections.
Causes[edit]
Perforated eardrum can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Ear infections: These can cause a buildup of pressure in the middle ear, which can lead to a rupture of the tympanic membrane.
- Physical trauma: This can include a blow to the ear, a sudden change in air pressure, or inserting an object into the ear.
- Loud noises: Exposure to extremely loud noises, such as an explosion, can cause the eardrum to rupture.
- Barotrauma: This is damage to the ear due to a change in pressure, such as when flying or diving.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of a perforated eardrum can include:
- Pain in the ear
- Hearing loss
- Tinnitus (ringing in the ear)
- Vertigo (a sense of spinning)
- Otorrhea (discharge from the ear)
Diagnosis[edit]
A perforated eardrum can be diagnosed through a physical examination of the ear using an otoscope. In some cases, a tympanometry test may be used to measure the movement of the eardrum.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for a perforated eardrum depends on the size and location of the perforation, as well as the patient's symptoms. In some cases, the eardrum may heal on its own without treatment. In other cases, treatment may include:
- Antibiotics to prevent or treat infection
- Pain medication to relieve discomfort
- Surgery to repair the perforation
