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What Causes Partial Loss Of Hearing And Ringing In Ear Caused After Injury?

I was in a fight and was hit in the side of my head including my ear. Its been almost 48hours and still have little hearing.. and ringing in my ear! I m gonna make appointment to see doctor if it s not a little better tomorrow. What can be wrong with my ear.. please help! Will I be able to hear again?
Mon, 8 Jun 2015
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Hi Dear ,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern.

Thanks for your query . Injury can occur to the middle ear or ear drum which leads to permanent/ temporary loss of hearing depending upon the severity of injury . These kind of injuries are known as acoustic trauma .

Injuries that leads to temporary hearing loss is called temporary shifting of threshold accompanied by ringing bells in ear (tinitus) .

I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist(ear,nose,throat) for proper examination and rule out permanent damage . Doctor may order audiometery test and may prescribe steroid drugs or multivitamin supplements for quick healing .

Fo now do cajeput oil massage behind ear which will help in improving hearing .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Partial Loss Of Hearing And Ringing In Ear Caused After Injury?

Hi Dear , Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. Thanks for your query . Injury can occur to the middle ear or ear drum which leads to permanent/ temporary loss of hearing depending upon the severity of injury . These kind of injuries are known as acoustic trauma . Injuries that leads to temporary hearing loss is called temporary shifting of threshold accompanied by ringing bells in ear (tinitus) . I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist(ear,nose,throat) for proper examination and rule out permanent damage . Doctor may order audiometery test and may prescribe steroid drugs or multivitamin supplements for quick healing . Fo now do cajeput oil massage behind ear which will help in improving hearing . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari