Question 1

sometimes one ear will ring and i will lose my hearing for a moment. what does that mean?

Accepted Answer

Time?: If this is only for a few seconds, it is probably not a problem, it it is consistently happening and for longer than a few minuts, especially if it happens in only one ear, you should see an ENT and also have a hearing test. Sometimes the ear just makes noises (tinnitus) but it can be a sign of previous hearing damage or hearing loss.

Question 2

feeling dizzy and everything sounds funny in my head. cause for concern? a few weeks ago i had a cold that made me lose my hearing in one ear for days

Accepted Answer

Viral infection : Inasmuch as you had a cold (viral infection), the most likely cause of the hearing loss is what is now called sudden sensorineural hearing loss.  This is a sudden loss of hearing (usually in one ear) that occurs over a period of 24-72 hours.  The treatment is either oral steroids or injection of steroids into middle ear.  You are lucky that the hearing returned.

Question 3

ringing in one ear not very loud. occasionally hearing a gurgling quivering sound similar to water in the ear but not muffled like with water. no hearing loss. no pain, no fever. i did have ear infections alot when i was younger maybe infection?

Accepted Answer

: You need to have an ear exam first for a correct differential diagnosis.

Question 4

can tinnitus in one ear with no hearing loss be fixed?

Accepted Answer

Wombat,: Asymmetrical tinnitus is not as frequent as the bilateral variety. It should be checked by a neurologist.

Question 5

does labyrinthitis always present with hearing loss in one ear?

Accepted Answer

NO: dizziness, popping, crackling, imblance- get an ENT evaluation and medications.

Question 6

if i have hearing loss in one ear is it possible that the other gets better?

Accepted Answer

No: Loss of hearing in one ear does not make the other ear better.  Depending on the etiology, the second ear may become involved in the same process.

Question 7

hi, my audioligist said i have a conductive hearing loss in one ear. 2k on up and  is 80 decibel loss. i  had this for 4 years. what can cause  this.?

Accepted Answer

Many reasons: It can be related to middle ear fluid, fixation of your hearing bones, or loss of integrity of your hearing bones. It may also be related to chronic infection. To determine the exact cause, you need to be evaluated by an otolaryngologist.

Question 8

sudden hearing loss in one ear for a few seconds. is this anything to worry about?

Accepted Answer

Sudden loss hearing: If it only occurred for a few seconds, not likely of any concern. If it recurs, worsens, or lasts longer- then you need to seen ENT specialist asap.

Question 9

about two
months ago i had bleeding in one ear for a couple of days . it stopped completely and then ever since then i have had hearing loss.

Accepted Answer

See doc: It is concerning that you have hearing loss and also bleeding in the ear.However ,let us hope that it is just a blocked ear canal.However get seen.Some localities have a walkin ENT clinic ,if so see them or if you have one go see them.However if not see your primary care.

Question 10

does low frequency hearing loss of 25d in one ear always lead to meniere's? no vertigo. low buzzing in one ear.

Accepted Answer

No: Although all people with Menniers do have hearing loss, the majority of people with hearing loss do not have Menniers.

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Ringing in one ear not very loud. occasionally hearing a gurgling quivering sound similar to water in the ear but not muffled like with water. no hearing loss. no pain, no fever. i did have ear infections alot when i was younger maybe infection?

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Can tinnitus in one ear with no hearing loss be fixed?

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Does labyrinthitis always present with hearing loss in one ear?

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If i have hearing loss in one ear is it possible that the other gets better?

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Hi, my audioligist said i have a conductive hearing loss in one ear. 2k on up and is 80 decibel loss. i had this for 4 years. what can cause this.?

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Sudden hearing loss in one ear for a few seconds. is this anything to worry about?

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About two months ago i had bleeding in one ear for a couple of days . it stopped completely and then ever since then i have had hearing loss.

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Does low frequency hearing loss of 25d in one ear always lead to meniere's? no vertigo. low buzzing in one ear.

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