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Is an opening in the tympanic membrane (eardrum).

Causes

The tympanic membrane (eardrum) separates the external ear, middle ear and vibrates when sound waves strike, beginning the process that converts sound waves into nerve impulses that travel to the brain. When the eardrum is damaged, the hearing process is interrupted.

The eardrum also acts as a barrier to keep outside material, such as bacteria from entering the middle ear, but when it is perforated, bacteria can easily travel to the middle ear, causing an infection.

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