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I went on a cruise a couple weeks ago and have been dizzy/off balance since and now my ears are hurting could it just be i have a sinus infection that?

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See an ENT: Or start with your primary care doctor. Sounds like you may have a middle ear infection or central nervous system issue and this can only be diagnosed by history, exam and testing.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 12/23/2017

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