Myringotomy Treatment in India
About Myringotomy
Key Highlights
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Provides immediate relief from ear pressure and pain.Effectively drains persistent fluid from the middle ear.Reduces the frequency and severity of recurrent ear infections.Helps restore and improve hearing ability.Minimally invasive procedure with a short operative time.Often performed as a daycare or outpatient surgery./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Recurrent acute otitis media (ear infections) that do not respond adequately to antibiotics.
- Persistent otitis media with effusion (fluid in the middle ear) lasting 3 months or more.
- Hearing loss or speech delay in children due to chronic middle ear fluid.
- Severe retraction of the eardrum (atelectasis) or cholesteatoma formation.
- Barotrauma (ear pressure problems) that does not resolve with other treatments.
- To administer topical medications directly into the middle ear in certain cases.
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough ENT examination, including otoscopy and possibly a hearing test (audiometry).
- Discuss medical history, allergies, and current medications with the surgeon.
- For children, a pre-anesthetic check-up is required to ensure fitness for general anesthesia.
- Follow fasting instructions (typically 6-8 hours for solids, 2 hours for clear liquids) before the procedure if general anesthesia is used.
- Arrange for transportation home post-procedure, especially if sedation or general anesthesia is administered.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding, infection, or inflammation at the surgical site.
- Persistent drainage from the ear (otorrhea).
- Tube blockage or premature extrusion (falling out) of the tube.
- Scarring or thickening of the eardrum (tympanosclerosis).
- Perforation of the eardrum that may persist after the tube falls out or is removed.
- Rarely, injury to nearby structures or hearing loss.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Most patients can go home the same day after a short observation period.
- Ear drops are typically prescribed for a few days to prevent infection.
- Keep ears dry; use earplugs or cotton with petroleum jelly while bathing or swimming as advised.
- Avoid blowing the nose forcefully for a week to prevent pressure changes.
- Mild ear discomfort or popping sensations are common initially.
- Follow-up appointments are necessary to check tube position and ear health.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering myringotomy in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for myringotomy in India include Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform myringotomy. MediFyr helps you compare ent specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for myringotomy compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Myringotomy in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated ent teams and experience managing patients undergoing myringotomy.
Panaji, India
79 Doctors
I was a total wreck before...
I was a total wreck before my appointment. First time seeing a doctor on my own and I was convinced it was something serious. Dr. Muthusamy just had this calm way about him. He listened to all my jumbled-up worries, did a quick check, and explained everything in a way that actually made sense. Walked out feeling silly for being so nervous, but mostly just relieved.
ENT Specialists for Myringotomy
Explore experienced ent specialists who regularly perform myringotomy and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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