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Hi, I have been swimming for several months but have stopped due to an ear problem. I hear fluttering in my ear or ears at times, sharp pain like lighting shots thru one ear, I've had vertigo once, and when I pulled my ear outward at the lobe it stopped. When I bend down to pick something up off the floor, I get light headed.I have no blood pressure problem. (67/113) I brush and floss regularly but my gums at the bottom of my teeth look like someone has hacked at them, so I am using a water pick which usually helps subside the irritation. They're bleeding some too as they are sensitive. My tongue seems swollen on one side and the little thing that attaches your tongue that has 2 little humps look like one has blood in it. Help!
Dear Beverly,
You have a lot of things going on. You state your BP is 67/113...that is not normal. Do you mean 113/67 maybe? With bleeding gums, and two possible "blood" clots and a swollen tongue, you need to see a doctor to check for a blood or related problem. Circulatory problems can cause all of your mentioned symptoms.
Hope this helps.
Harriet B. Jacobster, AuD
Board Certified in Audiology
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Answers by Expert:
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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