A 22-year-old male asked:
i have an infection that caused my eardrum to rupture. is it safe to use earphones while it's still healing?
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Ruptured eardrum: I don't think that is a good idea but you must speak to an Ear specialist!
Answered on Sep 10, 2017
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What??: Is your concern and what does your ENT surgeon suggest??
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Perhaps.....: If your eardrum was ruptured some time ago there should be no problem with wearing earphones. I would caution you about turning the volume up too hig ... Read More
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