Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
Could Tinnitus, Vertigo And Sinus Infection Be Related To The Inner Ear?
Question: I had a massage today with medium to heavy pressure. When I got up from the table I had what feels like vertigo. The room seemed to be spinning and I was imbalanced. It has since gotten better but has not gone away completely (it has been approx 2 hours). I do not have any other symptoms or other health conditions. I am mainly dizzy when I turn my head or lean down. I have had ear ringing for awhile after a sinus infection. Could this be related to something inner ear or should I be concerned and go to the doctor?
Brief Answer:
Probably inner ear infection, follow the advice below.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Your symptoms seem to be related to the inner ear infection.
It usually is a viral infection.
Some advice that I can give to you are:
- Take antihistamines like Benadryl daily
- Take anti-inflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen 400 mg three times a day
- Keep your head upright while sitting to help drain the ear
- Gargle with salty water.
- If the symptoms does not relief prescribed medications like steroids can be used. You should consult your doctor about this.
The symptoms should be gone in two weeks.
Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
General & Family Physician
Probably inner ear infection, follow the advice below.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Your symptoms seem to be related to the inner ear infection.
It usually is a viral infection.
Some advice that I can give to you are:
- Take antihistamines like Benadryl daily
- Take anti-inflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen 400 mg three times a day
- Keep your head upright while sitting to help drain the ear
- Gargle with salty water.
- If the symptoms does not relief prescribed medications like steroids can be used. You should consult your doctor about this.
The symptoms should be gone in two weeks.
Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
General & Family Physician
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
