Question
A ruptured eardrum has led to a decrease in hearing. This year, the ear has often been itchy. After cleaning with hydrogen peroxide, I discovered there was a problem with my hearing. A hospital examination revealed that the tympanic membrane was damaged.
Answer
Tympanic membrane repair surgery is a common otolaryngological procedure, with the aims of sealing the damaged eardrum to prevent further infection and improve hearing. The prerequisites for undergoing tympanic membrane repair surgery include: the ear inflammation must be eliminated for at least three months, and a patch test must be conducted before the surgery to ensure that the repair will improve hearing. It is recommended to first check the cause of the decreased hearing and confirm whether it is solely due to an issue with the tympanic membrane, as well as to check for any other problems in the middle ear and inner ear. Tympanic membrane repair has a high success rate, and typically uses the fascia from the temporalis muscle adjacent to the ear for repair.