Myringotomy Treatment in India

Priya Garcia, a 28-year-old graphic designer...

Priya Garcia, a 28-year-old graphic designer and avid swimmer, had suffered from recurrent ear infections since childhood. Over the past year, the infections became more frequent and severe, often following her swim sessions or even flights. She experienced constant, dull ear pressure, intermittent hearing loss that made client meetings difficult, and sharp pain that disrupted her sleep. Her ENT, Dr. Lee, explained that chronic fluid buildup behind her eardrums wasn't draining, creating a perfect environment for infection. He recommended bilateral myringotomy with tube insertion to ventilate her middle ears and break the cycle. Priya was anxious about the idea of 'ear surgery' but desperate for relief. The procedure itself, under mild sedation, was quick and painless. In recovery, she immediately noticed a 'popping' sensation and relief from the pressure. Within days, her hearing was clearer, and the chronic discomfort was gone. Emotionally, she shifted from feeling chronically drained and frustrated by her unreliable ears to feeling liberated and in control of her active life again.