The tympanic membrane is usually the eardrum, which is a semi-transparent membrane. It is generally located between the external auditory canal and the middle ear鼓室. The tympanic membrane area is usually divided into three layers: the epithelial layer, the fibrous layer, and the mucosal layer. The tympanic membrane is generally circular or elliptical in shape, with a diameter of about 0.8 to 0.9 centimeters.

In daily life, it is necessary to take good care of the ear area, avoid working in a noisy environment for a long time, and at the same time, it is also necessary to strengthen exercise, which can prevent the occurrence of diseases such as otitis media. Otitis media is an inflammation that occurs in the ear area, which can cause ear pain or a decrease in hearing. It can be treated according to medical advice with hydrogen peroxide or ofloxacin ear drops.