Question 1

can eustachian tube dysfunction cause headaches?

Accepted Answer

Unusual: Eustachian tube dysfunction generally causes ear symptoms such as blocked hearing or ear ache and congestion in the rear of nasal passages is the mechanism of the dysfunction. In my experience headache is not seen in eustachian tube problems, but an otolaryngologist is more qualified to answer your question.

Question 2

can eustachian tube dysfunction cause cough headache? i have had this for 4 months.

Accepted Answer

Not likely: This is an anatomical variance so you have had this your entire life by our headaches most likely are from another issue. For this you will need a thorough exam and some testing done

Question 3

can eustachian tube dysfunction cause dizziness? was sitting and got severe dizziness out of no where.  or migraine? had headache after

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Migraine: Is a serious and complex neurologic disorder. Unilateral throbbing headache, dizziness, vertigo, visual disturbances nausea, sensitivity to light or sound, paresthesias and even chest pain may be present during the episodes. It is manageable condition. Rec. See an orofacial pain or headache specialist for evaluation and proper management.

Question 4

eustachian tube dysfunction symptoms?

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Hearing loss + more: Eustachian tube dysfunction means your ears cannot properly equalize its pressure. So ear fullness is common. It also impairs the conduction of sound to the inner ear as your ear drum is rendered less efficient producing hearing loss. Frequently, fluid also accumulates behind the ear drum producing fullness and hearing loss also.

Question 5

what is eustachian tube dysfunction, bilateral?

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Blockage: Blockage of passageway between throat and ear  bilateral refers to both sides  check with an ENT for confirmation and treatment.

Question 6

what actually is eustachian tube dysfunction and its symptom? could it be cured?

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ET tube not opening: Et dysfunction occurs usually because the tube that aerates the area behind you eardrum into your nasopharynx is blocked for some reason or another. The cure depends on the reason it is blocked. Cogestion from sinus disease, allergies, large or infected adenoids can cause it.  If it is bothersome consider an ENT visit.

Question 7

can you fly with eustachian tube dysfunction?

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Yes You Can: When you are in the plane you can chew gum.yawn or drink liquids during take off and landing
If you suffer from allergies take your allrgy pill like Claritin or zyrtec and use steroid nasal drops if prescribed and take Sudafed if you do not suffer from hypertension
Allergy pills also come with Sudafed like claritinD24 HOURS

Question 8

eustachian tube dysfunction in teens, what to do?

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Dysfunction: See an ENT specialist.He may prescribe a course of steroids but if it doesn't work he may suggest a myringotomy with tubes

Question 9

can musinex make eustachian tube dysfunction worse?.

Accepted Answer

No: If you have fluid collection in the middle ear, it may possibly even be helpful.

Question 10

how serious is eustachian tube dysfunction? if untreated, could it get worse? self-treating doesn't seem to help.

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Eustachian tube: Hello, The lining in your nose continues into the eustachian tube. Any condition affecting your nose will in turn cause ear symptoms. I would recommend afrin nasal spray as directed for 5 days. Saline sinus rinse such as NeilMed works well. An otc decongestant can be used as directed thereafter for 7-10 days. If the symptoms persist, then see your ent. He/she may recommend steroids, tube placement

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