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Expert: Harriet B Jacobster, Au.D. - 9/17/2008


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Hello: I am worried about some dizziness I have had, usually in short spells. I started having the spells and thought they may be just an ear thing. But, I get dizzy after or during masturbation/sex. I feel it may be blood pressure. Upon some spells I get beep or sound in my ear for a second or two. I am so scared it may be my heart. If it were my heart, what condition could it be and what treatments are there?  I obsess and worry this may be fatal. ---James 45 y.o. white male

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Hi James,
There are many causes of dizziness.  Inner ear problems can result in dizziness.  So can rapid changes (up or down) in blood pressure, rapid breathing/hyperventilation, oxygen deprivation, and hormonal changes. If you are concerned, the best thing for you to do is consult with your physician and have a complete physical, including an EKG.  You can then follow-up with an ENT.
Hope this helps.
Harriet B. Jacobster, AuD.
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.

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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

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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