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Why do I have sensitivity to sound after my ear surgery?
Query: Hello doctor, For several years I have had a sensation of blockage in my left ear. A week ago, I had tubes inserted into my ears to equalize the pressure in the ears, and I thought it would make this sensation disappear. Instead, the problems started after I woke up from the operation. After the su... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. The root cause of your symptoms is eustachian tube (ET) dysfunction which further can be due to various reasons. The eustachian tube connects the middle ear with the nasopharynx (back of the nose). Through this tube, the s... Read Full »
I went swimming a few days back and lost complete hearing in my right ear. Kindly help.
Query: Hi doctor, I went swimming a few days back, and I have lost complete hearing in my right ear. I believe there is water stuck in it. I noticed it straight after getting out of the water. I can only hear a little. I tried blowing while holding my nose and tried ear drops suggested by the pharmacy. I t... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. According to the history provided by you, there is impacted wax or cerumen in the ear, which has gotten wet because of water entry into the ear while swimming. When ear wax gets wet, it swells up, leading to ear blockage. Refrain from blowing forcefully. It will not op... Read Full »
I often hear rhythmic sounds similar to a heartbeat and ringing in my ears. What should I do?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 32-year-old female, obese, and I catch a cold very quickly. Since last month, I have taken raw fenugreek seeds on an empty stomach and exercised. Last month, I had ice cream at night (but did not catch a cold). From the next day onwards, whenever I bent down, I felt something ringi... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Ear blockage, ringing, or unstimulated sound in the ear after a cold happens due to eustachian tube (ET) blockage. ET connects the middle ear with the back of the nose and serves to equalize pressure on both sides of the tympanic membrane an... Read Full »