Question 1

what to do if i have ear problem. popped something?

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Ears may: pop when pressure is being equalized. However, if you have pain, drainage v hearing that is not resolving then med eval would be prudent. Take care.

Question 2

i have a ear problem its itch and dry and painful ?

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...Infection as well: 27 y/o Female says, I have an ear problem it's itch and dry and painful? may be simple dry skin &amp; ear wax. The pain aspect suggests that one might be getting ear infection as well. One's PCP can take a good look, assess and treat. Best to see the PCP.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: ear problem?

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Hearing, balance: Problems with the ear include external infection, allergy to the skin, perforation of the eardrum, tinnitus (ringing), loss of hearing acuity, deafness, dizziness, balance disorder, problems after flying with air pressure,  and many others.  See your otolaryngologist to have these evaluated.

Question 4

can any type of ear problem cause an off-balanced feeling?

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Yes: Part of the inner ear detects head rotation in all three axes, acceleration and deceleration. Acute problems usually manifest with vertigo, chronic problems can cause vertigo but also chronic imbalance.  There are other causes.  If it persists then see ent.

Question 5

i have been having an ongoing ear problem for around 2 years?

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Need more info: I would need more information in order to treat you appropriately.  I certainly would recommend that you see someone if you have an ear issue that is not resolving.  It may very well be something quite minor.  Then again, it could be something more serious depending on the specifics of your situation.

Question 6

i have an inner ear problem.please help?

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Question?: Not sure what the question is but if this is true, go see an ENT to help out.

Question 7

how can i tell if i have an inner ear problem?

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Maybe: I need more symptoms and need to do a physical exam in order to determine this.  Are you nauseated?  Do you have the sensation that the room is spinning?  Is your gait altered?  Do you get the 'room spinning' sensation when you turn your head upon waking up?  If so, you very well could have an inner ear problem.  See your doctor.

Question 8

what to do if i have a bad two month ear problem and when i use drops, they clog my ear up?

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If you have already: seen your family physician, find out if ENT consultation is indicated.

Question 9

how ents check inner ear problem?

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Tests: If the problem is hearing, we order a hearing test. If the problem is balance, there is an array of vestibular testing that we can order (vng or eng). These test can test if your balance disorder is due to your vestibular system or is it related to something else related to your brain. Also it can tell is which side you are the problem is on.

Question 10

how can you tell if you have an ear problem or a jaw problem?

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Very easy: The pain associated with ear disease is usually associated with hearing loss and pressure or fullness of the ear.  The pain associated with jaw joint or muscle spasm is usually associated with normal hearing, or no recent change in hearing.  If the tympanic membrane (ear drum) is normal on inspection,  it is highly unlikely that you have any problem with the ear.

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