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Been having odd symptoms. heavy tongue trouble swallowing with choking and now a constant ringing in left ear. very loud. what is wrong ?

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Dr. Stephen Rothstein answered

Ringing: Hard to tell from your description but if it started suddenly you should check it out today.

Dr Galli agreed

Answered 10/11/2014

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