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What could cause an occasional ringing in the ear?
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Variety of causes: Ringing in the ears - tinnitus - can be caused by aging, medications (aspirin is common), primary ear problems, blood vessels, and more. Occasional ringing may not be a concern, but if it is persistent and related to other symptoms (balance, hearing, vertigo) it should be evaluated by an ent. Hope this helps.
Answered 2/2/2015
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Tinnitus: Occasional ringing in the ears may be caused by wax, otosclerosis, neurological disorders, menier's disease, ischemia, medications such as Aspirin etc. The best way to find out what it is, is to see an ENT doctor.
Answered 2/2/2015
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