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Hello Ms. Jacobster,
I recently went into my ear doctor's who told me I have a slight loss of high-frequency hearing in my ears, more so on my right (I don't notice it because its very high frequency). I went to a club on Saturday and had a fullness/slight humming all day (had this happen before but it usually went way within a day). Well, come Monday, I suddenly start getting pressure in my ears (like on an airplane). Humming/buzzing has gone down but the pressure is there...doctor prescribed a 6 day dose of Prednisone. I read about some bad side effects on this and am very sensitive to medication (I tend to avoid it at all costs and use natural alternatives). Is there a natural alternative that acts like an anti-inflammatory agent? Thank you!
Eva
Hi Eva,
The 6-day dose pack of prednisone that your doctor prescribed is a short-term dosage and has very little side effects - not at all the same as long term use. There are no natural alternatives that would have the same effect and possibly save your hearing. If you want to avoid having this re-occur, you may want to start wearing earplugs when you go to clubs.
Hope this helps.
Dr. H. Jacobster
Board Certified Doctor of Audiology
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Harriet B Jacobster, Au.D.
Expertise
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.
Experience
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.
Organizations
American Academy of Audiology, -
American Speech Language Hearing Association, -
Hearing Loss Association of America
Education/Credentials
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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