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This Is Regarding My Husband Who Is 68 Years Old
Question: This is regarding my husband who is 68 years old
Blockage in ear --- intensity goes off and on during the day--- left ear only
Feels like wax or some coating on inner ear
Doctor removed wax and said ear was clear but still persists
Reminds me of when you come off an airplane and your ear is blocked up but doesn’t hurt
Seemed to start after massage where they rubbed my head.
Seems to ease up a little during the day (off & on) but never perfectly clear
Any ideas?
Thank you
Blockage in ear --- intensity goes off and on during the day--- left ear only
Feels like wax or some coating on inner ear
Doctor removed wax and said ear was clear but still persists
Reminds me of when you come off an airplane and your ear is blocked up but doesn’t hurt
Seemed to start after massage where they rubbed my head.
Seems to ease up a little during the day (off & on) but never perfectly clear
Any ideas?
Thank you
Brief Answer:
Seems like Eustachian tube dysfunction.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
The description you have given suggestive of Eustachian tube dysfunction.
As a first line management he can try over the counter analgesics like paracetamol for symptomatic relief.
Do steam inhalation will helps to open up sinuses and will provide pain relief. Small sips of water at frequent intervals helps to equalise the pressure.
Generally the symptoms will settle in three to four days.
Hope I have answered your query.
Thanks
Seems like Eustachian tube dysfunction.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
The description you have given suggestive of Eustachian tube dysfunction.
As a first line management he can try over the counter analgesics like paracetamol for symptomatic relief.
Do steam inhalation will helps to open up sinuses and will provide pain relief. Small sips of water at frequent intervals helps to equalise the pressure.
Generally the symptoms will settle in three to four days.
Hope I have answered your query.
Thanks
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Dr. Prasad
Thank you!
I’ll have him try your suggestions
I’ll have him try your suggestions
Brief Answer:
Your welcome.
Detailed Answer:
Your welcome.
Your welcome.
Detailed Answer:
Your welcome.
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