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What Causes Fluid Noise In The Ear While On Warfarin And Atacand?

My husband had heart surgery exactly one year ago today, it was the replacement of two valves and the third valve repaired, and two double bypasses. His left ventricle failed during the operation and he was in a very serious state for some time. Today he is complaining of rushing water noises in one ear and I was wondering if it is related to his operation and general well being. He is 75 years old, and still working. He takes Warfarin and Atacan and many other tablets. His INR was 3 two days ago so his medication was altered to bring it back to 2.5. Should I take him to a hospital or is this not a serious symptom??? Please advise.
Mon, 16 Jul 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Regarding your concern, I would explain that rushing water in one ear, could be related to nasal congestion or an inner ear disorder. I don't think that these symptoms are related to his current therapy. Coming to this point, I don't think that there is any need to go to the ER. I would just recommend taking nasal drops as decongestant.

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What Causes Fluid Noise In The Ear While On Warfarin And Atacand?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Regarding your concern, I would explain that rushing water in one ear, could be related to nasal congestion or an inner ear disorder. I don t think that these symptoms are related to his current therapy. Coming to this point, I don t think that there is any need to go to the ER. I would just recommend taking nasal drops as decongestant. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.