
Suggest Treatment For Tinnitus And Sudden Hearing Loss

Your hearing should be assessed immediately.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for your query.
1. Most likely this incident is a coincidence. However, it is better to check the hearing immediately.
2. A tuning fork test or bone conduction audiometry can be done. Alternately, wax removal can be done urgently under a microscope, followed by PTA (Pure Tone Audiometry). If there is only a Conductive Hearing Loss, there is no need to worry.
3. Sudden drastic hearing loss, tinnitus and distortion due to a Sensori-Neural Hearing Loss (SNHL) requires an urgent referral and you should insist on immediate specialist consultation.
4. With wax dissolving ear drops you need not wait 7-10 days. 5 days with 5 drops 5 times a day is enough.
5. Upload the results here for further treatment advice.
I hope that I have answered your query. If you have any more questions I will be available to answer them.
Regards.


Thank you very much for your advice - unfortunately the health system is basically closed for new year - I can possibly get a referral to an ENT consultant on Monday - is that too late if I have damage?
Thanks,
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No. There is no harm in a slight delay.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for writing back.
1. No, there is no harm in a slight delay.
2. The ideal treatment window for SNHL is 4 to 6 weeks.
3. You should get your ears cleaned and get the hearing checked this week.
I hope that I have answered your query. If you have any more questions I will be available to answer them.
Regards.

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