Perforation's
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Perforation's
A perforated (burst) eardrum is a hole or tear in your eardrum.
Perforation's: Key Symptoms
At time of perforation 1. Pain, 2. Bleeding, 3. Hearing loss (if it doesn't heal).
Perforation's: Actions
Please note: this is for guidance only, and you should always rely on your clinical judgement to ensure your patients receive appropriate care and treatment.
1. If you are unsure send a remote review to TympaHealth for a second opinion or advice. 2. Patient should adhere to strict water precautions advised, use cotton wool and Vaseline when showering. 3. If patient is experiencing hearing loss – advise they book a full audiometric hearing assessment. 4. If patient is aware and the area has been previous examined by GP or ENT, then no further action is required. 5. If patient is unaware, refer them to GP, providing the patient the images and videos you have taken using your TympaHealth device.
Outside normal limits of hearing
Typically, individuals suffering from a perforation may experience some difficulties with their hearing. Consequently, their hearing test results are likely to fall outside the range considered normal (with points below the 25dB threshold).
V2 Perforation
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Created on December 17, 2024
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Perforation's
Click on the tabs to find out more.
Definition
Key Symptoms
Actions
Otoscopy Results (Video)
Hearing Check Results
Perforation's
A perforated (burst) eardrum is a hole or tear in your eardrum.
Perforation's: Key Symptoms
At time of perforation 1. Pain, 2. Bleeding, 3. Hearing loss (if it doesn't heal).
Perforation's: Actions
Please note: this is for guidance only, and you should always rely on your clinical judgement to ensure your patients receive appropriate care and treatment.
1. If you are unsure send a remote review to TympaHealth for a second opinion or advice. 2. Patient should adhere to strict water precautions advised, use cotton wool and Vaseline when showering. 3. If patient is experiencing hearing loss – advise they book a full audiometric hearing assessment. 4. If patient is aware and the area has been previous examined by GP or ENT, then no further action is required. 5. If patient is unaware, refer them to GP, providing the patient the images and videos you have taken using your TympaHealth device.
Outside normal limits of hearing
Typically, individuals suffering from a perforation may experience some difficulties with their hearing. Consequently, their hearing test results are likely to fall outside the range considered normal (with points below the 25dB threshold).