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About Ginny Newman
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I am able to answer questions with regard to hearing loss and hearing aids. I have been a licensed audiologist in the state of California for the past six years. In addition to hearing aids, I am also able to answer questions regarding dizziness and balance problems including Electronystagmography (ENG)testing. I have also been trained on Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) testing. My practice includes patients from birth to geriatrics. I have worked in a private practice setting as well as working with Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) physicians.

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American Tinnitus Association American Academy of Audiology American Speech and Hearing Association

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Bacherlor's Degree in Psychology - California State University Northridge Master's Degree in Communicative Disorders - California State University Los Angeles Doctoral Degree in Audiology - University of Florida Certificate of Clinical Competency in Audiology (CCC-A) American Academy of Audiology (AAA)

 
   

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Audiology/Otolaryngology - pressure and liquid in ears


Expert: Ginny Newman - 10/7/2008

Question
For a very long time now I have had constant pressure and a feeling of liquid in my ears.  I have tried every nasal spray and decongestant on the market sometimes it feels better but never goes away.  My doctor told me that there is nothing wrong with me and that there is no liquid in my ears.  I am desperate to have this go away and don't know what to do since it seems like my doctors can't help me.
please help!!!

Answer
Hi Sara,

If an audiological evaluation and tympanometry have revealed no fluid in your ears, you may want to ask your physician about Eustachian Tube Dysfunction (ETD).  This is very common with people who suffer from allergies, also at the beginning and ending of a cold.  If you've tried and failed with every nose spray and decongestant on the market, ask for a referral to an ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat doctor) and ask about a PE tube for one or both of your ears.  There is no way to diagnose over the computer, so please ask your physcian if you are a candidate.

Good luck to you,
Dr. Newman

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