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I have eustachian tube dysfunction & am taking sudafed and afrin (oxymetazoline). how long will it take to clear up and when will the ringing in ears take to clear up?

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Dr. Sanford Archer answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Depends: Eustachian tube dysfunction can been sudden related to swimming or other pressure related changes or related chronic problems related to allergy. If you have been on those meds for over a week, you may need something stronger, so see a physician or an ENT doctor.

Answered 8/5/2018

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