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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

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

ENT: Yes- I would advise ENT evaluation.

Answered 5/13/2014

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