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I have hollow echoey sound in right ear when i chew sometimes. i'm not sick; it doesn't hurt. do not have tmj (that i know). had for abt 4 wks. ideas?
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Eustachian Tube: Most likely eustachian tube dysfunction. The et connects the back of the throat with the middle ear. The cardinal signs of TMJ dysfunction are tm joint pain, joint clicking and limited oral opening.
Answered 6/18/2021
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PET: also called patulous eustachian tubes. Most cases of PET will resolve in time without any treatment, If concerned see your PCP for evaluation.
Answered 6/20/2017
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