What is perforated eardrum?
A perforated eardrum occurs when an opening or hole in the thin layer of tissue (eardrum) separates the outer and middle ear. An infection, very loud noises, injury to the face/ear, and changes in pressure may cause a perforated eardrum. The hearing is affected and it may cause pain or discomfort.
How do members experience perforated eardrum?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with perforated eardrum*
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Top treatments taken by people for perforated eardrum*
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Who has perforated eardrum on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 1 | |
| 20s | 9 | |
| 30s | 10 | |
| 40s | 9 | |
| 50s | 11 | |
| 60s | 11 | |
| 70+ | 4 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 14 | |
| Female | 39 |
Talk to people with perforated eardrum
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