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Hello, I need some advice. I have had recurrent earaches for 4 years. I get them every 1 to 3 weeks and it lasts for about 2-4 days. I get earaches in both ears but more in my right ear. When I get my ear pain, I get extremely tired to the point that I have to lie down, my head and eye hurt and I get very nauseous, even vomiting at times. It has negatively impacted my life greatly.
I've had blood tests done and everything came out fine. I've seen many doctors and they have not been able to diagnose/cure me. Have you seen anyone with similar symptoms?Do you have any idea what it could be? Please help.
Martha
Hi Martha,
Have you had your hearing tested by an audiologist? Your symptoms can be due to any number of factors. Some of the symptoms you describe are associated with a condition known as endolymphatic hydrops, a condition where there is a fluid buildup in the inner ear that can cause a feeling like an earache as well as dizziness, nausea and vomiting. An audiologist can test you for this. It is also possible that the symptoms are migrainous in nature. Have you been evaluated by a neurologist? If not, I suggest you consult with one.
Hope this helps.
Harriet B. Jacobster, AuD
Board Certified in Audiology
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| Comment | Thank you for the fast reply. I really appreciate it. Do you have any idea why I get so tired when I get my earaches? I also forgot to mention that 2 weeks ago,I went to the doctor when I had my earache and the doctor said my ear was irritated, but did not know the cause of it. He said it might be a fungus. What is your opinion? thanks, Martha | ||
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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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