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Is there a more effective surgery than a tympanoplasty for repairing a hole in ear drum?

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Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

Hole in ear drum: I have burst my right ear drum about 5 or 6 times while flying in a plane at 25-30000 feet. Not fun! That said, the only treatment for my burst drum is using hearing aids. It has made a major positive difference to my life. Check with your doctor to see if you really need tymanoplasty.

Answered 4/27/2015

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Is there a more effective surgery than a tympanoplasty for repairing a hole in ear drum?

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Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

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