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Could you tell me why my inner ear is full of congestion?

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Dr. Walter Exon answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Allergy: Allergies have caused your eustachian tubes to become blocked, you will probably have decreased hearing for a while. Treatment is antihistamines or steroids.

Answered 5/14/2017

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A member asked:

Could you tell me why my inner ear is full of congestion?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Walter Exon answered

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