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Pain in the ear

2017-11-18 16:08:51
Sir..fracture of antero-inferior wall of external auditory canal... what is the treatment option??
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If the canal size does not compromise it's cerumen clearance & hearing, best is to leave it alone.
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Pain at TM joint should be addressed with soft diet, gently munching equally both sides & not grinding hard. Use pain killers sparingly should help healing quickly.
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If pain continues, imaging to check for loose bits of cartilage in the joint & take surgical help.

Answered2017-11-21 03:44:38

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