Question 1

possible infected ear lobe from ear piercing? i got my ears pierced on christmas eve for a christmas present. i am very religious about cleaning the piercing. my right ear lobe now has a ball inside the the lobe and has drainage on the backing to the earr

Accepted Answer

You : You very likely have an infection, and given the duration of symptoms and lack of progress, i would reccomend an antibiotic that is considered safe in pregnancy.  Your doctor can review safety in pregnacy studies with you at your visit.  The definitive way to make that diagnosis would be for your doctor to obtain a sample of the discharge and culture it.  You may also be having a reaction to the metal in the post of the earring, so switching metals (higher carat gold is a good choice) may help.  Good luck

mark lacambra
sand point internal medicine.

Question 2

in process of dental implant surgery..stiches in mouth & healing well ..can i have my ears cleaned at this time by my ear doctor?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: No Problem at all. Go for it. Good Luck.

Question 3

why can i hear myself swallow like i feel like the noise is coming from my throat and my ears? what is this? is this normal never noticed it before. its not as loud when its just saliva but when i drink water or anything else its louder

Accepted Answer

Self awareness: I would not be concerned. If you tune in to your body you should be able to sense these things, but most just ignore them. If you are suddenly self aware it may be something triggered by some other less obvious fear about health or personal safety. If this becomes an obsession you need to find a life coach/therapist &amp; learn how to identify &amp; manage such issues.

Question 4

why do i make a wierd noise when i swallow my own saliva, i can also hear it in my ears.

Accepted Answer

Probably normal: Most of us hear a funny squishy sound when we swallow.  When our mouths are closed, it may feel like it is louder.  However, if the noise never happened before, it is noticeably more difficult to swallow,  or you feel like your saliva has changed recently, see your physician or an ENT to make sure everything is working as it should.

Question 5

whenever i swallow saliva and sometimes even food i can hear some kind of crackling noise from above my soft palate and sometimes i feel its my ears?

Accepted Answer

DDS & ENT consult: I would suggest you see a dentist and an ENT specialist to see what's going on.  It could be symptoms related to tmd (temporomandibular dysfunction) related to your jaw joints, something else, or a combination of issues.

Question 6

my ear has been blocked for the whole day ever since i got flu.. i cannot pop my ears, but i am continuously yawning and swallowing saliva, it unblock?

Accepted Answer

Blocked ear: Often with a cold or flu, the nasal and throat linings get irritated and inflamed.  This swelling will close off the tube between the ear and throat.  The motion and streching of the jaw and inner tissues will allow the tube to open.  This will open the airway and unblock the ear.  Your md can give you some medicine to clear up this inflamation.

Question 7

why are my ears constantly clogged up making me feel weird. also blood in boggers and had blocked up nose. they clog up for days making everything seem quieter. also i produce excess saliva?

Accepted Answer

: You should probably see a clinical practitioner to have your ears examined, it may just wax blocking the external canal that could be removed the inner ear fluid may do that. You may also want to do dust and pollution management especially in your bedroom and linen to reduce the irritant effect that may be responsible for your symptoms. Damp cleaning and regular laundry of beddings may be helpful.

Question 8

i have difficulty swallowing saliva & smaller food particles. sometimes pressure develops in my ears & burning sensation in the areas below ribs. help?

Accepted Answer

?infection: You may have an infection and this is affecting your swallowing, and causing your other symptoms.  See the Dr. for an evaluation as if it is found to be likely bacterial in origin, you may need antibiotics.  Best wishes.

Question 9

is it safe to pierce my ears by myself ? is there any chance to get infected or anything else? i'm 23. thank you.

Accepted Answer

Do not do self : The risk for infection is much higher if you try this yourself, best to have it done in a professional and sterile manner.

Question 10

i got my ears pierced 12/18/2013 and they have yet to heal. keep getting infected. sleep with them in b/c if i don't they close. antib's didn't work?

Accepted Answer

If oral antibiotics : didn't help, re-visit your doctor. "Staph" infection may be hard to eradicate if the cause was/is  unsterile equipment, posts &amp;/or clasps, repeated  touching with dirty hands., posts that aren't 14 K gold or stainless steel, are too short or too rough or clasps that are too tight. See treatment  tips on  www.uofmmedicalcenter.org/healthlibrary/Article/116410EN. Don't keep posts in at night.

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Possible infected ear lobe from ear piercing? i got my ears pierced on christmas eve for a christmas present. i am very religious about cleaning the piercing. my right ear lobe now has a ball inside the the lobe and has drainage on the backing to the earr

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In process of dental implant surgery..stiches in mouth & healing well ..can i have my ears cleaned at this time by my ear doctor?

A member asked:

Why can i hear myself swallow like i feel like the noise is coming from my throat and my ears? what is this? is this normal never noticed it before. its not as loud when its just saliva but when i drink water or anything else its louder

A member asked:

Why do i make a wierd noise when i swallow my own saliva, i can also hear it in my ears.

A member asked:

Whenever i swallow saliva and sometimes even food i can hear some kind of crackling noise from above my soft palate and sometimes i feel its my ears?

A member asked:

My ear has been blocked for the whole day ever since i got flu.. i cannot pop my ears, but i am continuously yawning and swallowing saliva, it unblock?

A member asked:

Why are my ears constantly clogged up making me feel weird. also blood in boggers and had blocked up nose. they clog up for days making everything seem quieter. also i produce excess saliva?

A member asked:

I have difficulty swallowing saliva & smaller food particles. sometimes pressure develops in my ears & burning sensation in the areas below ribs. help?

A member asked:

Is it safe to pierce my ears by myself ? is there any chance to get infected or anything else? i'm 23. thank you.

A member asked:

I got my ears pierced 12/18/2013 and they have yet to heal. keep getting infected. sleep with them in b/c if i don't they close. antib's didn't work?

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