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Suggest Treatment For Tinnitus Caused By Eustachian Tube Dysfunction

Posted on Mon, 2 Jan 2017

Question: The problem is with my left inner ear. It feels blocked all the time and has for years. When laying in bed I can hear what sounds like water sloshing around especially when I yawn. When I fly I have a terrible time with pressure changes. Sometimes my left ear won't "pop" for a day or two after I fly in a plane. My right ear doesn't behave this way. What could this be? I've mentioned it to my PCP several times and he doesn't seem to know and doesn't really have any suggestions.

Answered by Dr. Hariom Sharma (9 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Most probably you may be suffering from the Eustachian tube dysfunction

Detailed Answer:
Hi Sir,
I have gone through your question and understand your concern and it suggests that most probably you may be suffering from Eustachian tube dysfunction.

I would like to suggest that you may go for the impedance audiometry to rule out the other disease and to reach the near diagnosis.

It is the absolute necessary to go the above mentioned test for further line of management.

Regards
Dr Hariom Sharma MBBS, MS ENT Specialist XXXXXXX

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Remy Koshy

Follow up: Dr. Hariom Sharma (5 hours later)

Do I see my PCP about that test or some other type of specialist? Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Hariom Sharma (22 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Better to consult with ENT specialist

Detailed Answer:
Hi Sir,
I have gone through your follow up question and suggest you that better to consult with ENT specialist instead the PCP.

Regards
Dr Hariom Sharma MBBS, MS ENT Specialist XXXXXXX

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng