Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Octomycosis
I had been to Ent and was diagnosed octomycosis along with which she said the is small hole in ear drum which will heal by itself , nothing to worry. Dr prescribed Augmentin 1000 for 7 days, today I will complete course of antibiotics but still feel I have not recovered completely, finding bit of pain. Is there any medicine available to o treat small hole on ear drum ? And any other medicine which I can start with. What is the frequency of visiting Ent for checking hole in Eardrum
Answers (3)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Otomycosis means fungal infection of the ear, which happens when ua ear remains wet. The small hole in ua ear drum is leading to discharge in the ear canal which is catching fungal infection. When the fungal infection treated, u need to take care to keep ua ear absolutely dry and dont allow even a drop of water in ua ear. Dont put any ear buds or match sticks in ua ear. Avoid smoking, drinking, cold drinks and spicy junk foods.
U need to show ua doctor after a month of when the infection is completely treated to see whether the perforation is healed or is it healing.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+159
Very small will heal gradually if ear is kept dry and free of infection. Fungal infections will need time to resolve, avoid moisture in the ear.
Next Steps
keep a Vaseline smeared cotton on the ear while washing the hair
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Jaimini Thakkar
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
6 yrs exp
Anand
Ear perforation will heal by itself within 6 weeks.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.