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I've had left ear pain from 10yrs. it goes off if heat pack is kept. ent did all hearing tests & diagnosis. need help?

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If: Swollen, relapsing polychondrits may be a cause. See a rheumatologist.

Answered 2/24/2014

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Went to ear doctor recently they found that my left ear canal looks larger than last time I went, Hearing test shows normal hearing, clean ears. She said this is nothing to be worried about, can you please tell me what this means, ent didn't tell me?

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Ive been hearing my heartbeat in my left ear throughout the day for a few years. It only happens when standing up or bending over or while exercising. Went to the ENT and got an MRI and MRA and everything came back normal. What could it be?

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I have experienced severe itching in both ears for the past 5 months. I've seen 2 ENTs who can't conclude as to what may be causing it. Acetic drops help temporarily. I've passed all hearing tests. What else could be causing it? The tiny hairs? TMJ?

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My left ear is plugged 80% of the time . I went to a ENT and they don't know why. I can't hear very well and I do have 4 sets of hearings aids-?

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Hearing test showed mild loss in right ear. Also pain And titinitus. Ent doctor dismissive and ordered no further testing. Is it something sinister?

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