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Is there some way to check if my eustachian tubes are blocked? i've had chronic ear infections for about 2 years, went to ent spec. 4+ times already

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Dr. Beth Brown answered

ENT already checked: If you have seen the ENT, you do not have chronic blockage of your eustacian tubes. This is one of the things that the ENT specialist evaluates as part of their exam.

Answered 6/2/2014

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A member asked:

Is there some way to check if my eustachian tubes are blocked? i've had chronic ear infections for about 2 years, went to ent spec. 4+ times already

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Beth Brown answered

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