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How To Treat Fluid And Pressure In Ear While Having Hearing Loss?

Hello, I am a 70-year-old female, I have hearing loss and where hearing aids most of the time. In the last month I am experiencing plugging ears. I m used to having tinnitus, I m used to hearing loss, but this recurring fullness, pressure in my ear makes me feel I have water in my ear. However, when I take a tissue and try and get water out of my ear. I find that it s a nonevent. What can cause this? Kathleen
Tue, 24 May 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of fluid and pressure in ear while having hearing loss. There are many probable chances for your symptoms such as

- ear wax buildup

- sensorineural hearing loss

- acoustic neuroma

- TMJ problem

- age related hearing loss

- meniere's disease

Need not to worry. I would suggest you to

- Apply warm dry compresses.

- Put anti-inflammatory ear drops.

- Take ginkgo biloba supplement and drink green tea thrice a day.

- Avoid touching or pricking ear with anything.

You should consult ENT specialist for proper examination . Doctor may perform otoscopic examination. You should get wax removed. Doctor may prescribe you antibiotics in case of infection, corticosteroid ear drops, anti inflammatory. Doctor may recommend surgery if required.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How To Treat Fluid And Pressure In Ear While Having Hearing Loss?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of fluid and pressure in ear while having hearing loss. There are many probable chances for your symptoms such as - ear wax buildup - sensorineural hearing loss - acoustic neuroma - TMJ problem - age related hearing loss - meniere s disease Need not to worry. I would suggest you to - Apply warm dry compresses. - Put anti-inflammatory ear drops. - Take ginkgo biloba supplement and drink green tea thrice a day. - Avoid touching or pricking ear with anything. You should consult ENT specialist for proper examination . Doctor may perform otoscopic examination. You should get wax removed. Doctor may prescribe you antibiotics in case of infection, corticosteroid ear drops, anti inflammatory. Doctor may recommend surgery if required. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari