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Had occasional ear ringing in either ear for a few seconds since childhood. why see an ent? to learn i have some incurable problem? i don't get it.

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Says who?: you benefit from seeing a specialist anyhow, the least would be checking that your ears/hearing and balance are fine, good luck

Answered 3/10/2015

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A member asked:

Had occasional ear ringing in either ear for a few seconds since childhood. why see an ent? to learn i have some incurable problem? i don't get it.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Al Hegab answered

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