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Can you tell me if an ear infection goes too long can your eardrum rupture?

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Not necesarily: It car rupture early in the process if the germ is aggressive or never at all after months of a low grade infection. Previous ruptures or ear surgery can weaken the drum and make it more likely to drain.

Answered 2/4/2015

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