Audiology/Otolaryngology/dizziness due to tubes in ear?

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Expert: Harriet B Jacobster, Au.D. - 11/6/2008


Question
my son had tubes put in left ear, they would fall out and dr would insert new ones, that was manny yrs ago, now he's 33 and has dizziness, could it be from his ears

Answer
Hi Feya,
The dizziness could stem from a problem in the inner ear, not as a result of the tubes that were placed years ago. If he has dizziness, he needs to be evaluated by a physician.  He can start with an ear specialist and, depending on the results, a neurologist as well. There are literally hundreds of causes of dizziness.
Hope this helps.
Harriet B Jacobster, AuD
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Harriet B Jacobster, Au.D.

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I am a Board Certified Doctor of Audiology with 25 years of experience. I can answer questions regarding hearing loss, both general and specific, dizziness and vertigo, auditory processing disorders, hearing aids, aural rehabilitation as well as specialized audiologic testing, i.e., Auditory Brainstem Response, VideoNystagmography, Otoacoutic Emissions. I have worked with both pediatric and adult populations. Because of my extensive musical background, I am able to respond to questions regarding the special needs of musicians.

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I have been an audiologist for over 25 years with a specialty in electrophysiology of the auditory and vestibular systems and pediatric evaluations. I currently work in my private consulting practice providing services to nursing homes and schools. My Doctoral research was on specialized techniques in Auditory Brainstem Responses.

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American Academy of Audiology, - American Speech Language Hearing Association, - Hearing Loss Association of America

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Au.D. (Doctor of Audiology), Nova Southeastern University, 2000. Board Certified Doctor of Audiology (American Board of Audiology) Certificate in Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

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