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What Causes Constant Ringing And Blockage In Ears And Swelling In Cheek Bone?
Question: I was recently sick and had a sinus infection, bronchitis and ear infection. Went to a doctor visit and was prescribed antibiotics, Etc. now 3 weeks later I'm feeling in my left ear a constant popping sound and feels clogged with minor ringing. Under my eyes and cheek bones feel swollen and pressure and I feel constant nasal mucus in back of my throat. Uncomfortable feeling. What can this maybe? Recommendations
Brief Answer:
eustachian tube dysfunction, continued sinus infection
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
The popping noise in the ear, clogged/full sensation and ringing (tinnitus) , may be due to eustachian tube dysfunction (not working as it should).
The eustachian tube is a passage way that leads from a part of the throat to the middle ear, it has different functions
In sinus infections, ear infections or cough/colds,eustachian tube dysfunction can occur. It can resolve as the infection resolves though in some cases, the dysfunction can persist for a long time.
The swelling of the face and post nasal drip indicate that your sinuses are still congested.
You may need another course of antibiotics, a different one may need to be used or a prolonged course of the same one.
Oral Antihistamine decongestant combination would help with the sinus congestion and may also help the eustachian tube. These are over the counter medications- if you buy a cough/cold med or allergy med should contain anti histamine and decongestant.
Warm compress to the face would help with drainage as well.
Steam inhalation or the use of a humidifier may also help.
Continue the use of a the steroid nasal spray
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
eustachian tube dysfunction, continued sinus infection
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
The popping noise in the ear, clogged/full sensation and ringing (tinnitus) , may be due to eustachian tube dysfunction (not working as it should).
The eustachian tube is a passage way that leads from a part of the throat to the middle ear, it has different functions
In sinus infections, ear infections or cough/colds,eustachian tube dysfunction can occur. It can resolve as the infection resolves though in some cases, the dysfunction can persist for a long time.
The swelling of the face and post nasal drip indicate that your sinuses are still congested.
You may need another course of antibiotics, a different one may need to be used or a prolonged course of the same one.
Oral Antihistamine decongestant combination would help with the sinus congestion and may also help the eustachian tube. These are over the counter medications- if you buy a cough/cold med or allergy med should contain anti histamine and decongestant.
Warm compress to the face would help with drainage as well.
Steam inhalation or the use of a humidifier may also help.
Continue the use of a the steroid nasal spray
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Thanks, can i XXXXXXX my hair with this or is it not recomended?
Brief Answer:
best to wait till improvement
Detailed Answer:
HI
It would be best to wait until your symptoms are improved, the chemicals may further aggravate the sinuses
Please feel free to ask anything else
best to wait till improvement
Detailed Answer:
HI
It would be best to wait until your symptoms are improved, the chemicals may further aggravate the sinuses
Please feel free to ask anything else
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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