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A member asked:

I think i may have eardrum perforation, buzzing in ear, sometimes a whistle followed by sharp pain. ear feels conjested and swollen, yellow discharge.

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Dr. Craig Lum answered

Perforation: It definitely doesn't sound pretty. You better go see your PCP and have your ear checked ASAP.

Answered 5/18/2016

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