A member asked:

A really loud firework blasted close to me at a park and now my ear hurts a bit but i havent noticed any difference in my hearing. how likely is it that i have ruptured my ear drum ?

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Unlikely to rupture your eardrum. That would more commonly occur from a severe ear infection or trauma to the inside of your ear or head trauma, or changes in ear pressure. However, you should watch for any decreased hearing or any unusual sounds, such as ringing or buzzing that continues. If you have those or are still concerned, please see your doctor for an exam and a hearing test.

Answered 2/21/2023

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

If you are still able to clearly hear in that ear next to the firework explosion, that you have not perforated your eardrum. The eardrum is required in order to be able to hear sounds clearly. Good luck.

Answered 2/21/2023

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