Tympanometry Treatment in India
About Tympanometry
Key Highlights
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Quick, painless, and non-invasive procedure typically completed in 1-2 minutes per ear.Provides objective, quantitative data about middle ear function and eardrum mobility.No sedation or anesthesia is required, making it safe for patients of all ages, including infants.Helps differentiate between types of hearing loss (conductive vs. sensorineural).Essential for diagnosing common conditions like glue ear (otitis media with effusion) and eustachian tube dysfunction.Guides appropriate treatment plans, potentially avoiding unnecessary antibiotic use./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Evaluation of hearing loss, especially suspected conductive hearing loss.
- Suspected middle ear effusion (fluid behind the eardrum) or glue ear.
- Symptoms of ear fullness, pressure, or pain.
- Assessment of eustachian tube function and patency.
- Recurrent ear infections (otitis media).
- Monitoring the resolution of middle ear fluid after an infection or treatment.
- Pre- or post-operative assessment for procedures like myringotomy or tympanoplasty.
- Screening for middle ear problems in children with speech or developmental delays.
How to prepare
- No special dietary restrictions or fasting is required before the test.
- The ear canal may be visually inspected (otoscopy) to ensure it is clear of excessive wax, which might need removal prior to testing.
- Patients should inform the doctor about any recent ear pain, surgery, or active infection.
- For young children, a simple explanation that it is a quick ear check can help reduce anxiety.
- No need to change daily medications; proceed with regular routines.
Risks & possible complications
- Tympanometry is extremely safe with minimal to no risks.
- Some patients might feel slight pressure or a tickling sensation in the ear during the pressure changes.
- Very rarely, discomfort can occur if there is an active, painful ear infection.
- There is no risk of hearing damage from the low-intensity tones used.
- The procedure is contraindicated if the patient has a known or suspected perforation of the eardrum with active drainage, or has a ventilation tube (grommet) in place, unless using a specific high-frequency probe tone.
Recovery & hospital stay
- There is no recovery time or downtime required; patients can resume normal activities immediately.
- No specific post-procedure care is needed.
- The ENT specialist will discuss the results (tympanogram) and their implications during or immediately after the consultation.
- Based on the findings, the doctor will recommend the next steps, which may include further tests, medication, or watchful waiting.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time:
Immediate
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering tympanometry in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for tympanometry in India include Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Manipal Hospital Hebbal, 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 tympanometry. 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 tympanometry compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Tympanometry in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated ent teams and experience managing patients undergoing tympanometry.
Delhi, India
73 Doctors
Priya Singh, a 28-year-old graphic designer,...
Priya Singh, a 28-year-old graphic designer, had been struggling with a persistent feeling of fullness and muffled hearing in her right ear for three weeks following a bad cold. She found herself constantly asking colleagues to repeat themselves and turning up the volume on her devices. Worried it might affect her work, she visited an ENT specialist. The doctor, suspecting fluid behind her eardrum (otitis media with effusion), recommended a tympanometry test to assess her middle ear function and eardrum mobility. During the procedure, Priya felt a slight pressure change and a low hum in her ear as the probe created a seal, but it was quick and completely painless. The results confirmed a mild negative pressure and reduced mobility, indicating residual fluid. With this clear diagnosis, the doctor prescribed a nasal steroid spray and advised auto-inflation exercises. Within two weeks, Priya's ear fullness resolved and her hearing returned to normal. Emotionally, she shifted from anxious frustration about the persistent, unexplained symptom to immense relief and gratitude for a simple, non-invasive test that provided a clear answer and path to recovery.
ENT Specialists for Tympanometry
Explore experienced ent specialists who regularly perform tympanometry and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
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Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune
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