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I was in car wreck in May of 2008. Have had a lot of problems with my neck and arms (numbness). In the last few days, I have had fluttering in my right ear only when in stoop down as to pick up something. Right now that is the only time it does it. Could it be from the accident? I have used ear cones but it still does it.
Hi Joyce,
The fluttering you are experiencing may be due to a rapid contraction, myoclonus, of one of the middle ear muscles. In itself, myoclonus is not dangerous, however sometimes it can be a symptom of something else. It can be caused by head trauma. Ear cones...which in themselves are extremely dangerous...will have no effect. Because of your history of being in a motor vehicle accident, it is worth it to have this evaluated by an otologist.
Hope this helps.
Harriet B. Jacobster
Board Certified in Audiology
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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.
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.
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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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