Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Can a little fluid behind ear drum be a sign of a sinus infection?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Yes: Fluid in the middle ear is a common sign of infection of the sinuses, ears, and upper respiratory tract. It can also be present in seasonal allergies, jaw/ear/nose inflammation or the aftermath of underwater activities.
Answered 6/3/2020
4.2k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
I have fluid in my ears diagnosed with a sinus infection. pain in my neck on left side. Is this related to fluid in ears and sinus infection?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
My almost 3 year old has been getting ear infections since she was little,what should I do,what can happen,how to stop these....she has sinus problems?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Could nasal irrigation make a sinus infection worse by pushing it into the ears? What's a sign you should stop using nasal irrigation?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Can a sinus infection or fluid in the ear cause snowy vision?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Sinus infection late feb. Symptoms cleared, but ears are still a little clogged. Can hear, but often trying to clear them. Normal? Appt scheduled.
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
When someone has a small amount of fluid in middle ear, is that a sign of sinus infection?
Could fluid behind my ears cause sensitivity to certain sounds? I was diagnosed with a sinus infection, it's been there for 2 months along with fluid
During a cat scan Dr said I had fluid in my mastoids behind ear. Recommended sudafed. Will that help? Does that mean I have a sinus infection?
Had CMV infection during childhood.hvng sinus,nasal polyp.get sinus infection often.vng small lump behind ear for 3 years.what could be the cause?
They told me I have fluid in my ears and a sinus infection is it normal to have nosebleeds cause I have been having some?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
