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Hole in ear
I have a hole in my ear and doctor has recommended me for surgery. Is it good to do surgery ? Will it be successful? And I am having 30% hearing loss.
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Yes surgery is required as the hearing loss can progress n once nerve is involved.....the hearing cannot be corrected
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Dr. Gladson Guddappa Uchil
Allergist/Immunologist
26 yrs exp
Bangalore
If it is a small perforation and the ear has not been discharging, come down to Bangalore and meet me. I may have a non-surgical solution to your problem.
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Dr. Oliyath Ali
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
8 yrs exp
Delhi
Surgery for hole in ear ie ear drum perforatikn is around 98% succesfull if done by good ent surgeon. I suggest you to undergo surgery.
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