A 33-year-old male asked:
i was diagnosed with an ear infection/ruptured eardrum three days ago, but i have to work around loud music tomorrow.will it affect it?
2 doctor answers
Dr. Oscar Novick answered
58 years experience Pediatrics
Cotton wicks: Wear earplugs or use cotton wicks.
Answered on Mar 26, 2013
Dr. James Ferguson answered
46 years experience Pediatrics
Shouldn't B pbm: What's done is done.You might consider some noise cancelling plugs for comfort. It will not interfere with healing if you work around loud noise.
Answered on May 23, 2018
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Dr. Bradley Younggren answered
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Weeks: This typically can take weeks. This should be monitored by a primary care physician or ENT to ensure the rupture heals. No submersion of the ear under ... Read More
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Dr. Al Hegab answered
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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered
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