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What Causes Dizziness And Tinnitus After Surgical Removal Of Ear Wax?

I had an ENT surgically remove ear wax from my ear drums a few weeks ago, because the wax was on my eardrums. Now, I am experiencing dizziness and possibly vertigo 24/7. Also, ringing of my ears occurs. Is this dizziness permanent? I am so very worried.
Wed, 9 Nov 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have dizziness and tinnitus after surgical removal of ear wax . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like meniere's disease , acoustic neuroma or cervical spondylosis . Sometimes migraine can also cause such symptoms. Even TMJ problem can also cause such symptoms . In you case the symptoms are probably due to infection that may have occurred after wax removing procedure. Avoid bending forward and drink green tea with ginger thrice a day . Apply dry warm compresses on ear. You should take oral broad spectrum Antibiotics to treat the infection. Put anti-inflammatory ear drops. You should maintain complete hygiene of ear canal. Visit ENT specialist once and get it examined , who may order CT scan , rotatory chair test along with taking history. Start treatment after proper prescription. Doctor may also recommend hearing aid , meniett device , steroid injection or vestibular therapy . Doctor may also prescribe supplement like ginkgo biloba . Doctor may also refer you to dentist or oral surgeon for TMJ problem.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Dizziness And Tinnitus After Surgical Removal Of Ear Wax?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have dizziness and tinnitus after surgical removal of ear wax . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like meniere s disease , acoustic neuroma or cervical spondylosis . Sometimes migraine can also cause such symptoms. Even TMJ problem can also cause such symptoms . In you case the symptoms are probably due to infection that may have occurred after wax removing procedure. Avoid bending forward and drink green tea with ginger thrice a day . Apply dry warm compresses on ear. You should take oral broad spectrum Antibiotics to treat the infection. Put anti-inflammatory ear drops. You should maintain complete hygiene of ear canal. Visit ENT specialist once and get it examined , who may order CT scan , rotatory chair test along with taking history. Start treatment after proper prescription. Doctor may also recommend hearing aid , meniett device , steroid injection or vestibular therapy . Doctor may also prescribe supplement like ginkgo biloba . Doctor may also refer you to dentist or oral surgeon for TMJ problem. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari