After perforation of the eardrum by digging in the ear, you should actively seek medical attention to check the degree of tympanic membrane damage and the status of the middle ear, and then follow the doctor’s instructions for standardized treatment.
1. Specialists will observe and remove foreign bodies, blood clots and pus retained in the external auditory canal by means of specialized equipment and instruments.
2. After the trauma, avoid catching colds and prohibit blowing the nose forcefully to prevent infection from the nasopharynx. If there is no sign of infection, antibiotics are not necessary and rinsing of the external auditory canal or medication drops are prohibited.
3. If there is secondary infection, 3% hydrogen peroxide solution can be used to clean the blood and pus in the external auditory canal, and then antibiotic drops such as ofloxacin ear drops can be used, and antibiotics such as amoxicillin can be applied systemically to control the infection in serious cases. Before the perforation heals, swimming or any water in the ear is prohibited.
4. Most traumatic perforations heal spontaneously within 3 to 4 weeks. If the perforation does not heal, the tympanic membrane can be repaired at a later date.
When digging the ear eardrum perforation, to avoid excessive panic, it is recommended to consult a doctor in a timely manner.