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Muffled feeling in left ear suddenly with some hearing loss. is this permanent?

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Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ear pain?: Doubtful. Could be cerumen imp action or serous otitis. Follow up with your doctor for an exam

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/31/2015

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